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Save simply. Stay flexible.

Earn a variable 2.78% AER. Earn interest monthly and watch your savings grow faster than ever with no minimum deposit required.

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Northern Saver Account

A flexible savings option with a competitive rate and no fuss.

The Northern Saver is perfect for everyday savers who want to grow their money with a variable interest rate, easy access to funds, and no minimum deposit. Whether you’re building a buffer or saving towards something special, it’s saving made simple with the added benefit of supporting your local community.

Earn Interest, Keep Your Freedom

  • 2.75% Gross / 2.78% AER (Variable) on all balances
  • No minimum deposit required

Available to both new and existing Northern Community Bank account holders.

Please note: This is a variable rate account. If the rate changes, you’ll be notified via our website in advance.

How It Works

Apply online

Complete a simple application. New to us? You'll also need to open a Northern Community Bank account (we’re here to help you through it).

Start saving

Deposit any amount — no minimum balance required.

Earn monthly interest

Interest is paid on the first working day of the following month.

Withdraw or close anytime

Access your savings whenever you need them — no penalties.

What would the estimated balance be after 12 months based on a £3,500 deposit?
£35002.78% AER1 Year£3,597
What would the estimated balance be after 12 months based on a monthly £50 deposit?
£50p/m2.78% AER1 Year£607
Please note, these calculations are for illustrative purposes only and does not account for any withdrawals or changes in the monthly deposit amount and variable interest rate changes.

Straightforward, Secure, and Community-Centred

  • Your savings are protected by the FSCS up to £85,000
  • No fees, no hidden charges
  • Your savings support responsible lending within your community
  • Cancel within 14 days if you change your mind — no penalties
  • Account closure is easy, with interest paid at the time of closure

Important Notes

  • Interest is variable and may change; we’ll always notify you in advance via our website
  • Total savings with Northern Community Bank must not exceed £85,000
  • A £1 deposit in our Long Term Savings Account is required to open an account
  • This account does not qualify for a share of profits
  • We reserve the right to withdraw this product at any time

Eligibility

To open a Northern Saver Account, you must either live or work in:

Burnley

Pendle

South Craven

Ribble Valley

Rossendale

Hyndburn

Blackburn with Darwen

Preston

Lancaster

Cumbria

Why Choose Northern Saver?

No barriers to saving – No minimum deposit required
Withdraw anytime – Total flexibility, no penalties
Grow your savings – Monthly interest, paid automatically
Purpose-driven – Your money works for your community too

Are you already a Northern Community Bank account holder?
Our friendly team will get in touch with you to assist you making your deposit.

Terms and Conditions.

• Interest payable for the Northern Saver account is described below: 

- Annual Equivalent Rate (AER) 2.78% 

- 2.75% Interest Rate (Gross) 

- No minimum deposit required

- No minimum deposit required

• Maximum total savings with Northern Community Bank must not exceed £85,000

• Interest is paid monthly on the first working day of the following month

• The interest on this account is variable and if the interest rate changes, notification will be made via the website in advance.

• The Northern Saver account is available to new and existing account holders of Northern Community Bank.

• A further deposit of £1 is required in Long Term Savings to keep your Northern Community Bank account open 

• Northern Community Bank does not deduct income tax at source, therefore the account holder is responsible for declaring interest to HMRC. 

• Account holders cannot use the funds in a Northern Saver to set against any loan.

• Northern Community Bank reserves the right to close this product at any time.

• This account does not qualify for a share of the profits

• Your eligible deposits with Northern Community Bank are protected up to a total of £85,000 by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS), the UK’s deposit guarantee scheme. For further information about the compensation provided by the FSCS, refer to the FSCS website at www.fscs.org.uk.

• Please also refer to the general terms and conditions of Northern Community Bank


Clear Signature
Please sign to confirm that you have read the Terms Conditions, and would like to open the Northern Saver account

We will contact you when your application has been processed.

Need More Information?

If you have a question about the Northern Saver account, one of our friendly team will be able help.

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