Nationwide Building Society is a British mutual financial institution headquartered in Swindon, England. It is the largest building society in the UK, providing a range of banking services including savings accounts, mortgages, personal loans, insurance, and credit cards. Founded in 1846, it operates with a focus on providing members with competitive rates and quality service. Nationwide is well-known for its mutual structure, meaning it is owned by its members rather than shareholders.
Overview
- Ticker: Not listed (as a mutual, it is not publicly traded)
- Routing / Sort Codes
- Swift Code: NBSMGB22XXX
- Market Cap: Not applicable (mutual society)
- Founders: Originally founded by a group of people from the Birmingham area in 1846, with the goal of providing affordable housing finance to working-class communities.
- Alternate Names: Nationwide, Nationwide UK
- Category: Mutual society
Headquarters
- Location: SN38 1NW, Piper Way, Swindon, England
- City: Swindon
- Website: www.nationwide.co.uk
Accreditation & Regulation
- Accrediting bodies: Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA), Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)
- Valid certifications: Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS), Consumer Credit License
- Quality Assurance / Regulatory Status: Fully regulated by the UK government and FCA, maintaining strong consumer protection and financial stability standards.
Customer Support
- Phone: +44 1793 655 999 (International) / 0800 302 011 (UK)
- Fax: 01604 852810
- Email (New Customers): BusinessSavings@nationwide.co.uk
- Email (Existing Customers): BusinessSavingsOperations@nationwide.co.uk
- Online Help: Visit Nationwide Help & Support