Hampshire Trust Bank savings accounts review

Established in 1977, Hampshire Trust Bank is a privately owned specialist bank that provides asset finance, specialist mortgages and development finance solutions. It also offers a number of savings accounts.

Hampshire Trust Bank's top savings rate of 8% is available on one of its easy access accounts.

Easy access savings accounts

Hampshire Trust Bank's top easy access rate of 8% is the best currently on the market. Compare more instant and easy access accounts up to 8%

Cash ISAs

Hampshire Trust Bank's best cash ISA rate of 4.25% is very slightly lower than today's market-best rate of 4.68%. Compare more ISAs up to 4.68%

Fixed-rate bonds

Hampshire Trust Bank's best fixed-rate bond rate of 4.36% is slightly lower than today's market-best rate of 5%. Compare more fixed-rate bonds up to 5%

Notice savings accounts

Hampshire Trust Bank's best notice savings account rate of 4.3% is very slightly lower than today's market-best rate of 4.38%. Compare more notice savings accounts up to 4.38%

Regular savings accounts

Hampshire Trust Bank's top regular savings account rate of 8% is the best currently on the market. Compare more regular savings accounts up to 8%

Business savings accounts

Hampshire Trust Bank's best business savings account rate of 4.55% is very slightly lower than today's market-best rate of 4.76%. Compare more business savings accounts up to 4.76%

What is Hampshire Trust Bank's best savings account with the highest interest rate?

The best savings account depends on what you want from your savings. If you're after fast access to your money, then an easy-access account should suit you. However, if you're happy to lock your money away for a time to access a higher rate, then a fixed-rate bond is a good option.

Finally, if you're looking to maximise your returns and shield them from income tax, consider an ISA. Below, we've listed the different types of accounts Hampshire Trust Bank offers, plus the highest interest rate currently available.

Savings account types include	Easy access, cash ISAs, fixed-rate bonds, notice accounts, regular savers, business
Best easy access rate	8%
Best cash ISA rate	4.25%
Best fixed-rate bond rate	4.36%
Best notice account rate	4.3%
Best regular saver rate	8%
Best business savings account rate	4.55%
Fixed bond terms	6 months - 5 years
Notice account periods available	14 days - 180 days
Opening options	Website, post, telephone
FSCS protection

How to open an account

To open a savings account with Hampshire Trust Bank, you will need to be at least 18 years old and a UK resident.

Accounts can be opened online and you will need to provide personal details such as your name, date of birth and address, as well as your existing current account details (this must be with a UK bank).

Business accounts can also be opened online. The process of applying takes around 10 minutes and accounts can usually be opened immediately. Note that these business accounts are designed for UK-based organisations with under 250 employees.

Documents needed to open an account

You will only need to provide documents if Hampshire Trust Bank is unable to verify your identity and address electronically. In this case, you will need to provide proof of ID such as a passport or driving licence and proof of address such as a council tax bill, utility bill or bank statement.

Is Hampshire Trust Bank safe?

Yes, Hampshire Trust Bank is authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and PRA. All eligible deposits are protected up to a total of £120,000 by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS).

Pros and cons

Our verdict: Is a savings account from Hampshire Trust Bank worth it?

The fact you can open most of Hampshire Trust Bank’s personal accounts with just £1 is appealing. Overall, its range of accounts is fairly standard, with some competitive deals. When it periodically issues a table-topping rate, it would be a sensible bet.

Frequently asked questions

• Can I cancel my account if I change my mind?

  If you change your mind after opening your account, you have 14 days in which to cancel it and any money paid into the account will be returned to you.

• What happens when my fixed rate bond matures?

  Hampshire Trust Bank will get in touch a few weeks before your bond matures to ask you what you would like to do. You will have the option of withdrawing your funds, reinvesting them in a new bond or a combination of the two.

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