Is it safe? / Penrith BS
Is Penrith BS safe?
Yes — Penrith BS is FSCS-protected. Deposits up to £120,000 per person (£240,000 for joint accounts) are covered under the Penrith Building Society banking licence (Penrith Building Society (mutual)).
Protection
FSCS to £120,000
Licence holder
Penrith Building Society
Parent company
Penrith Building Society (mutual)
Penrith BS's current savings rates
- 1 Year Fixed Rate Bond (Issue 7)4.7% AER
- 1 Year Fixed Rate E-Bond (Issue 7)4.7% AER
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Worth knowing
FSCS also covers temporary high balances (house sale, inheritance) up to £1.4m for six months (raised December 2025). Compensation is automatic if a firm fails — typically paid within seven days.