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Leek Building Society are proud to have teamed up with the County Air Ambulance Trust since 2008 with a savings account that enables you to help this life saving emergency service whilst you contribute to your own life savings.
The County Air Ambulance Trust plays an indispensable role in supporting operational and infrastructure projects for air ambulance services across the Midlands. Through its HELP Appeal campaign, it is the only charity in the country that funds life-saving helipads, where helicopters can land directly at NHS hospitals. This allows critically ill patients to have immediate access to the Emergency Department because saving time, saves lives.
The more you save, the greater the donation we will make each year towards the cost of running this vital emergency service – at no cost to you.
What is the interest rate?
Can Leek Building Society change the interest rates?
The interest rate on this account is variable.
Leek Building Society has the right to change interest rates in certain circumstances. Please see the Society's Statement of Practice Investors leaflet which provides further information on these circumstances.
What would the estimated balance be after 12 months based on a £1,000 deposit?
Based on a deposit of £1,000 the estimated balance after 12 months is £1,028.00. This projection assumes that the amount of £1,000 is deposited in the account at the time it is opened and that no further deposits or withdrawals are made for the full interest period.
This projection is provided for illustration purposes only.
How do I open and manage my account?
The account can be opened in person at one of our branches, online or by post.
The account must be opened with a minimum deposit of at least £1. A maximum of £250,000 can be held in the account.
Available to UK residents only.
Can I withdraw money?
Withdrawals can be made subject to standard branch withdrawal limits.
Withdrawals will not be allowed without the passbook.
Additional information
If your balance is above £5,000 you can request your interest is paid monthly.
The above rates are applicable from 1 October 2023.
¹ Gross rate of interest is the interest rate payable before any income tax is deducted (if you do pay tax).
² AER stands for Annual Equivalent Rate and illustrates what the interest rate would be if interest was paid and compounded once each year.
In some circumstances, customers will be required to pay tax on interest earned. Please contact HM Revenue & Customs for further information or view their website.
The tax information provided is based on our understanding of current law and HM Revenue & Customs practice, both of which may change.
You can apply for this account either by post or by visiting your local branch.
To open this account by post, please follow these simple steps:
For your own benefit and protection, please read all the account terms and conditions carefully, then download and print the application form below:
Please read the important information below before you open your account:
Complete your savings application form and post it, along with your cheque deposit (made payable to the account holder) to:
Savings Department, 50 St. Edward Street, Leek Staffordshire, ST13 5DL
To apply for this account in branch, get in touch and book an appointment with us.
We may ask you to provide ID to confirm your name and address. To assist you, we try to verify this electronically. If we are unable to, we would require your paper documentation instead. For a full list of what documents are acceptable, please read our Proving your identity leaflet by clicking here.
You will also need to bring a cheque or cash for at least the minimum investment to open the account.
Leek Building Society received the award of Best Building Society 2023 at the British Bank Awards, sponsored by Smart Money People, on 11 May 2023.
Leek Building Society is a trading name of Leek United Building Society, which is authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority with firm reference number 100014. Our details can be found on the Financial Services Register at https://register.fca.org.uk/s/. Leek United Building Society’s address for service is 50 St. Edward Street, Leek, Staffordshire ST13 5DL.
