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Newcastle Regular Saver (Issue 1)

Our Newcastle Regular Saver (Issue 1) allows you to save up to £200 each Calendar Month and has a variable rate of interest for a 12-month period. You can open an account from as little as £1 and easy access withdrawals are available if you need to access your savings.

Rate

5.50 %
Gross PA/AER
  • Open with £1 and save up to £200 per Calendar Month
  • A variable rate of interest, paid to your account on the annual anniversary of opening
  • 12 months after account opening, funds will move to a variable rate, easy access account
  • Easy access withdrawals
  • Apply Online
  • Apply in Branch

Summary information

Account Name

Newcastle Regular Saver (Issue 1)

What is the interest rate?

Annual (Variable) 5.50% Gross p.a./ 5.50% AER

Interest is paid on: Annual anniversary of account opening.

Can Newcastle Building Society change the interest rate?

We can change the rate of interest payable on this account. The account is a variable rate account which means the rate of interest paid may change throughout the lifetime of the account. Please refer to the ‘Interest, Charges and Changes’ section of the Savings General Terms & Conditions, which sets out the reasons for which Newcastle Building Society may change the interest and the procedure for doing so.

What would the estimated balance be after 12 months based on a deposit of £200 per month?

£2,471


*Please note this projection is based on:

  • An initial Deposit of £200 made on 1st November 2024
  • 11 further monthly Deposits of £200 made on the 1st of each Calendar Month thereafter
  •  No further Deposits or withdrawals made during the term; and
  • The rate of interest on account opening staying the same during the term.

Please note: These projections are provided for illustrative purposes only and do not take into account customer’s individual circumstances. 

How do I open and manage my account?

Opening your account: In branch or online. For existing customers you can also log in to your Newcastle Building Society account to apply.

Giving us instructions for your account: In branch, by post, by telephone, or by secure message (for accounts opened and operated online).

Funding my account : You can find information here on how to fund your new savings account

Minimum Opening Deposit:   £1

Maximum monthly deposit: £200

Can I withdraw money?

Withdrawals/transfers can be made penalty free without notice. You may only repay any withdrawn funds from your Newcastle Regular Saver (Issue 1) account up to the Maximum Monthly Deposit limit of £200.

On the Annual Anniversary of your account opening date, your account will mature into an easy access account with a variable interest rate. Please refer to point 8 of the Product Special Conditions for further details.

Additional Information

Tax status:  Interest will be paid gross* which means no tax is deducted. It is your responsibility to pay any tax due, based on your individual circumstances.

Reimbursement of Authorised Push Payment (APP) fraud

From 7th October 2024, new regulations strengthen protection for customers who suffer financial losses due to Authorised Push Payment (APP) Fraud. If you make a payment on or after 7th October 2024, as result of APP fraud, you may be eligible for a refund. Further information about your reimbursement rights is available on our website at https://www.newcastle.co.uk/authorised-push-payments.

Transferring Windfalls to Charity

All new customers agree to assign any windfall benefits which they may become entitled to on a future conversion or takeover of the Society to the Community Foundation. This is our Charitable Assignment Scheme. By agreeing to this assignment, any windfall benefit will be given to the Community Foundation, one of the leading community foundations in the UK serving Tyne & Wear and Northumberland. This agreement lasts for the first five years of membership, is irrevocable and is a condition of opening an account. Your agreement to open an account with us will be deemed your agreement to the Charitable Assignment Scheme. Please see ‘Transferring windfalls to charity’ on our website at https://www.newcastle.co.uk/transferringwindfalls or within our Savings General Terms and Conditions for further details.

New Customer

Apply for a new account

Existing Customer

Log in to apply

or

In branch

Visit your local branch. If you’d like to open an account in-branch, you may need to arrange an appointment. Before visiting, please call ahead.

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