What our customers say about us

  • “They gave me a loan when I needed it most, and the payments were fair. It didn’t feel like I was being punished for struggling."

    - BehindLogin research, 2025

  • “They didn’t even bat an eyelid, they just helped."

    - BehindLogin research, 2025

  • "At DCU, staff sat down and explained everything clearly. That patience built confidence, turning something stressful into something manageable. "

    - BehindLogin research, 2025

  • I've been with DCU since the branch 1st opened. Never had any problems applying for loans or getting advice on financial matters. Even when you're struggling they will offer you alternatives to make things a bit easier. 

    - Trustpilot, August 2025

  • “Such a lovely team who go well above and beyond. I have long term mental health issues and managing my finances is massively impacted by this.I would recommend DCU to everyone and anyone.”

    - Trustpilot, March 2026

  • Excellent customer service. Like the old days of banking where someone listens to you and cares about making sure your service really helps. Can't recommend highly enough.

    - Trustpilot, May 2025

  • "Great customer service, really quick and easy to talk to."

    - Trustpilot, November 2024

  • "Was easy to apply and kept up date with everything that was happening, very friendly staff."

    - Trustpilot, November 2024

  • "Helped me sort out my finances so bills always paid on time. Friendly and know me by name. Available to chat to online by phone or appointment."

    - Trustpilot, November 2024

  • "... They have helped me clear my debt off and now I can start to save for a brighter future. So much better than a bank and a good experience."

    - Trustpilot, October 2022

  • "Always friendly, nothing is too much trouble for the staff ... great way to do your financial transactions, save from pay, a cheaper and affordable loan ..."

    - Trustpilot, October 2024

  • "Very useful for savings, friendly and willing to help when they can and have always put their customers at heart."

    - Trustpilot, October 2024

  • "The staff are super friendly, always willing to help and go the extra mile for you."

    - Trustpilot, October 2024

  • "The staff are hardworking and friendly and will do all they can to help."

    - Trustpilot, October 2024

Saving

A secure and ethical place to save

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Borrow

Providing credit at an affordable low rate

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Current Account

Everyday banking that suits you

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Partnerships

Payroll deduction scheme, loan shark partnership, gambling support and more

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Latest News
Our MoneySmart project celebrates 5 years of helping change lives -
New part-time position: customer service adviser -
Employer guide to Payroll Deduction Schemes -
What Is a Credit Union? | Darlington Credit Union Explained -
Darlington Credit Union AGM 2026: Strong Growth, Member Dividend and Community Impact -
Darlington Credit Union awarded the FairLife Mark -
Darlington Credit Union becomes official access point for Stop Loan Sharks -
Important FSCS deposit update -
Sleigh no to loan sharks this Christmas! -
UK businesses warned over dangers of loan sharks by IMLT -
UK Savings Week 2025 Darlington Credit Union: Helping People Build Financial Resilience -
Our new branch sign is ready for reveal -
We're recruiting a part-time customer adviser -
Our farewell to With you DCU -
Annual General Meeting 2025 -
Reflections from ABCUL Conference 2025 -
New 'Pass it on' referral scheme -
Volunteering Opportunity to join Darlington Credit Union (DCU) Board – Treasurer Role -
Organisations in union, take credit for new initiative -
International Credit Union Day 2024 -
New Catterick Library financial services hub -
Celebrating 15 Years of DCU with our new postal campaign -
DCU receives prestigious Stop Loan Shark Partner Recognition Award -
Darlington by the sea event -
Eco event in Darlington -
Ethical lending with DCU -
Looking back at our DCU prize winners -
Payroll community events -
AGM 2024 -
Catterick Village Junior Football Club (CVJFC) - Savings goals -
Introducing DCU pop-up's -

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Welcome to Darlington Credit Union

We are a financial co-operative formed in 2009. We offer a range of everyday banking services for individuals, community groups and businesses across the North East area, UK. This includes affordable loans, a range of savings accounts from young savers 0+ and beyond, fee free community and business savings accounts, bills account to help manage your finances, and lots more.

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