OakNorth Bank savings accounts review

OakNorth offers a broad range of savings accounts with interest rates up to 4.4%.

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OakNorth Bank was founded by two entrepreneurs, Rishi Khosla and Joel Perman, and gained regulatory approval in 2015. The bank offers a range of savings accounts for both individuals and businesses.

OakNorth's top savings rate of 4.4% is available on one of its notice accounts.

Easy access savings accounts

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OakNorth's best easy access rate of 4.05% is significantly lower than today's market-best rate of 6%.
Product Account type Withdrawals Min. opening balance Rate Deposit protection Open via Incentive
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OakNorth Bank Personal Easy Access Limited Edition Account
Variable Rate
Instant access
£20,000
4.05% AER variable
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OakNorth Bank Personal Easy Access Deposit Account
Variable Rate
Instant access
£1
2% AER variable
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Cash ISAs

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OakNorth's best cash ISA rate of 4% is lower than today's market-best rate of 5.44%.
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OakNorth Bank 12 Month Personal Fixed Rate Cash ISA
3.85% AER fixed for 1 year
£1
Monthly
Instant access (charge applies )
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OakNorth Bank 24 Month Personal Fixed Rate Cash ISA
3.6% AER fixed for 2 years
£1
Monthly
Instant access (charge applies )
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OakNorth Bank 36 Month Personal Fixed Rate Cash ISA
3.3% AER fixed for 3 years
£1
Monthly
Instant access (charge applies )
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OakNorth Bank Personal Easy Access Cash ISA
3.25% AER variable
£1
Monthly
Instant access
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Fixed-rate bonds

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OakNorth's best fixed-rate bond rate of 4.05% is significantly lower than today's market-best rate of 7.5%.
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OakNorth Bank Personal 12 Month Fixed Term Deposit
3.85% AER fixed for 1 year
From £1
Maturity
Withdrawals not permitted
Website, mobile app
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OakNorth Bank Personal 9 Month Fixed Term Deposit
3.65% AER fixed for 274 days
From £1
Maturity
Withdrawals not permitted
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OakNorth Bank Personal 18 Month Fixed Term Deposit
3.65% AER fixed for 1.5 years
From £1
Maturity
Withdrawals not permitted
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OakNorth Bank Personal 6 Month Fixed Term Deposit
3.6% AER fixed for 183 days
From £1
Maturity
Withdrawals not permitted
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OakNorth Bank Personal 15 Month Fixed Term Deposit
3.6% AER fixed for 1.2 years
From £1
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Withdrawals not permitted
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Notice savings accounts

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OakNorth's best notice savings account rate of 4.4% is very slightly lower than today's market-best rate of 4.84%.
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Business savings accounts

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OakNorth's best business savings account rate of 4.25% is very slightly lower than today's market-best rate of 4.55%.
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What is OakNorth'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 OakNorth offers, plus the highest interest rate currently available.

Savings account types include Easy access, cash ISAs, fixed-rate bonds, notice accounts, business
Best easy access rate 4.05%
Best cash ISA rate 4%
Best fixed-rate bond rate 4.05%
Best notice account rate 4.4%
Best business savings account rate 4.25%
Fixed bond terms 6 months - 5 years
Notice account periods available 35 days - 120 days
Opening options Website, mobile app, telephone
FSCS protection

How to open an OakNorth savings account

You can open a personal savings account online or via the app, provided you are over 18 years old and a UK resident. Simply fill in the application form and provide a few personal details including your name, date of birth, address, email address and phone number as well as the details of the bank account you’re transferring funds from. You will also need your National Insurance number if you’re opening a cash ISA.

Business savings accounts can only be applied for online. Accounts are available to businesses that have been registered in the UK for at least 3 years and are registered with HMRC to pay tax. You will need to provide personal details including your name and date of birth as well as the residential address for all applicants. All applicants must be aged 18 or over, UK residents and liable to pay tax in the UK.

What docs do I need to open an OakNorth account?

When you apply for a savings account with OakNorth Bank, your identity and address will be checked through electronic databases. However, you might also be asked to provide the following:

  • A good quality photo or scan of a valid passport or valid UK driving licence, sent via email
  • A good quality photo, scan or downloaded PDF of a valid proof of address document such as a utility bill, bank statement, council tax statement or HMRC notification, sent via email

Alternatively, you can send original or certified copies by post.

Is OakNorth Bank safe?

Yes, OakNorth 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 £85,000 by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS). This rises to £170,000 for joint accounts.

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Flexibility. OakNorth Bank offers a range of savings accounts, whether you’re looking for easy access or long-term gains.
  • FSCS protection. Money in accounts will be protected up to £85,000 per person.
  • Low deposit requirement. Personal savings accounts can be opened with just £1.

Cons

  • Better rates elsewhere? OakNorth Bank offers competitive rates for its personal accounts, but its business account rates are pretty poor.
  • No branches. You will need to open your account online or via the app.

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

OakNorth Bank offers a huge variety of both personal and business savings accounts and, unlike many of its competitors, you can choose from a wide range of terms for its fixed rate bonds. The interest rates on its personal savings accounts are competitive too, making it a very attractive option. But remember that OakNorth Bank does not have any branches so you’ll need to be happy banking digitally.

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Rachel Wait is a freelance journalist and has been writing about personal finance for more than a decade, covering everything from insurance to mortgages. She has written for a range of personal finance websites and national newspapers, including The Observer, The Mail on Sunday, The Sun and the Evening Standard. Rachel is a keen baker in her spare time. See full bio

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