Full list of bank branches shutting TODAY as 6,000 close for good – is your local on the list?
EIGHT bank branches shut their doors in the UK today, taking the total beyond 6,000 in the past nine years.
Consumer group Which? said the milestone highlights the impact this “avalanche” of closures has had on high streets and the need to provide replacement services for millions.
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Which? said that eight Barclays branches were shutting their doors on Friday, taking the total by the end of the day to 6,005.
This equated to over 60% of the bank branch network since Which? began tracking closures in 2015.
The eight Barclays closures relate to branches in:
Alperton in Wembley, London;
Andover in Hampshire;
Bangor in County Down, Northern Ireland;
Bracknell in Berkshire;
Hornchurch in Essex;
Inverness in the Highlands in Scotland;
Liverpool;
Streatham in London.
Barclays has closed 1,216 branches, according to Which?.
NatWest Group, which comprises NatWest, Royal Bank of Scotland and Ulster Bank, has closed 1,360 branches and Lloyds Banking Group, made up of Lloyds Bank, Halifax and Bank of Scotland, has shut 1,146 sites, the consumer group said.
Which? said 200 closures by various banks are already scheduled for the rest of 2024.
Currently, 24 more bank branch closures have been scheduled for 2025, although more are expected to be announced later this year and next, it added.
While millions of consumers have made the switch to banking digitally, there remains a significant number of people who are not yet ready or willing to make that jump, underscoring the need for accessible alternatives, Which? said.
There are various initiatives to help plug gaps in the cash access network, as bank branches close.
The 50th banking hub was recently opened.
Banking hubs allow banks to share facilities.
They have a counter service operated by the Post Office, allowing customers to conduct routine banking transactions.
The Post Office also recently reported that cash transactions at its branches totalled a record £3.48 billion in April. The Post Office has an agreement with many banks, allowing their customers to carry out everyday banking over its counters.
With a general election looming, Which? said it believes that the next government should commit to delivering at least 200 shared banking hubs in the first two years following the election.
It added that as bank branch closures are likely to continue in the coming years, any target may need to be revised upwards to keep pace.
Sam Richardson, deputy editor of Which? Money, said: “This milestone of more than 6,000 bank branch closures in just nine years underscores the seismic shift that has taken place in terms of our banking habits and the character of the British high street.
“While some may hardly notice the closure of their local branch as they seamlessly switch to online banking, for others reliant on face-to-face services, the impact can be disastrous.
“It’s not about halting closures altogether, but ensuring that essential banking services remain accessible to those who still rely on them.”
A Barclays spokesperson said: “As visits to branches continue to fall, we need to adapt to provide the best service for all our customers.
“Where levels of demand don’t support a branch, we maintain an in-person presence though our Barclays Local network, live in over 350 locations, based in libraries, town halls, mobile vans and our banking pods.
“We also support access to cash with our cashback-without-purchase service, 24-hour deposit-taking ATMs and by working alongside the Post Office and Cash Access UK.”
A spokesperson for trade association UK Finance said: “An ever-increasing number of people are using telephone, mobile and internet banking and fewer people are visiting bank branches on a regular basis. Balancing this change in the way we bank means firms have to make difficult decisions about maintaining their branches.
“The industry has invested heavily in alternative services, including thousands of post offices where people can do a lot of their day-to-day banking.
“Alongside this, the industry is working to roll out shared banking hubs to bring together different firms to support their customers.
“There is also significant ongoing investment to ensure access to cash, including free ATMs and cashback without purchase.
“If you are concerned about your local bank branch closing, please contact them and they will help you find the best alternative for your needs.”
Stephen Noakes, retail director at Nationwide said: “Which? has helpfully put the spotlight on branches.
“Our research shows nearly three-quarters of consumers of all ages are concerned about the rate of closures, with half of 16 to 24 (year-olds) left frustrated after finding their local branch closed.
“Branches are valued for everyday banking but also for important moments like scam worries and transferring a large amount of money.
“That’s why we have promised that everywhere we have a branch today we will remain until at least 2028.”
Which bank branches have already closed in 2024?
HUNDREDS of bank branches have been forecast for closure this year, with more than 100 shutting already this year.
January
Lloyds, 22 Grover Walk, Corringham, England – 15/01/2024
Lloyds, 612-614 Wolseley Road, Plymouth, England – 10/01/2024
Lloyds, 11/12 The Shopping Village, Gateshead, England – 09/01/2024
Lloyds, 453 Wilmslow Road, Withington, England – 08/01/2024
Halifax, 7 Station Plaza, Ilkley, England – 15/01/2024
Halifax, 4 Central Arcade, Cleckheaton, England – 31/01/2024
Halifax, 178/180 High Street, Gosforth, England – 08/01/2024
Halifax, 374 Harrogate Road, Leeds, England – 09/01/2024
Halifax, 56/57 High Street, Stourbridge, England – 10/01/2024
Halifax, 52 – 54 Union Street, Aberdeen, Scotland – 11/01/2024
BoS, 816 Govan Road, Govan, Scotland – 09/01/2024
BoS, Brodick, Isle of Arran, Scotland – 31/01/2024
February
Lloyds 13-14 High Street, Cradley Heath, England – 08/02/2024
Lloyds 9 Boverton Road, Llantwit Major, Wales – 08/02/2024
Lloyds Crown Glass Place, Nailsea, England – 01/02/2024
Lloyds 308-312 Chiswick High Road, London, England – 19/02/2024
Halifax 43/45 Sheep Street, Bicester, England – 07/02/2024
Halifax 13 Market Jew Street, Penzance, England – 20/02/2024
Halifax 131-133 Princes Street, Edinburgh, Scotland – 26/02/2024
Halifax 35-41 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow, Scotland – 05/02/2024
BoS Main Street, Tarbert, Isle Of Harris, Scotland – 22/02/2024
BoS Lochmaddy, Isle Of North Uist, Scotland – 26/02/2024
BoS 42 Stuart Street, Millport, Scotland – 20/02/2024
NatWest 1 Water Lane, Bakewell, England – 22/02/2024
NatWest 314 Chiswick High Road, London, England – 20/02/2024
NatWest 151 New Line, Bradford, England – 21/02/2024
NatWest 2 Greenwich Church Street, Greenwich, England – 22/02/2024
NatWest 262 Marine Road Central, Morecambe, England – 28/02/2024
NatWest 34 Moor Street, Ormskirk, England – 27/02/2024
NatWest 1 Taff Street, Pontypridd, Wales – 29/02/2024
NatWest 5 High Street East, Redcar, England – 20/02/2024
NatWest 159 High Street, Rickmansworth, England – 29/02/2024
NatWest 10 Victoria Road, Surbiton, England – 21/02/2024
NatWest 10 High Street, Wednesfield, England – 28/02/2024
NatWest 12 Station Parade, London, England – 27/02/2024
Barclays
Barclays 1 High Street, Westbury-on-Trym, England – 16/02/2024
Barclays 16 Vaughan Street, Llanelli, Wales – 22/02/2024
Barclays 43 High Street Sheringham, England – 21/02/2024
Barclays 34 Market Place, Dereham, England – 15/02/2024
Barclays 130 George Lane, South Woodford, England – 23/02/2024
Barclays 32 Hill Street, Newry, Northern Ireland – 16/02/2024
Barclays 27/29 Church Street, Coleraine, Northern Ireland – 23/02/2024
Barclays 22/24 Hide Hill , Berwick-Upon-Tweed, England – 14/02/2024
Barclays 2 Holly Parade, 20 High Street, Cobham, England – 14/02/2024
Barclays 22 The Borough, Farnham, England – 21/02/2024
Barclays 131 Eltham High Street, Eltham, England – 16/02/2024
Barclays 2 The Square Abingdon, England – 15/02/2024
Barclays 2 Market Place, Cannock, England – 22/02/2024
Barclays 197 Shenley Road, Borehamwood, England – 21/02/2024
Barclays 54 High Street, Ruislip, England – 16/02/2024
Ulster Bank 1a Main Street, Ballynahinch, Northern Ireland – 28/02/2024
Ulster Bank 1-2 Kings Square, Belfast, Northern Ireland – 21/02/2024
Ulster Bank 356-369 Ormeau Road, Belfast, Northern Ireland – 20/02/2024
Ulster Bank 29 Clooney Terrace, Waterside, Northern Ireland – 27/02/2024
March
Lloyds 26 Bridge Street, Downham Market, England, PE38 9DH – 25/03/2024
Lloyds 102-104 Market Street, Shirebrook, England, NG20 8AD – 25/03/2024
Lloyds 39 High Street Sidmouth, England, EX10 8LQ – 26/03/2024
Lloyds 49 John Street Porthcawl, Wales, CF36 3AS – 27/03/2024
Lloyds 185 Queen Street, Withernsea, England, HU19 2JR – 27/03/2024
Lloyds 27 Fore Street Wellington, England, TA21 8AF – 25/03/2024
Lloyds 22 King Street, Stretford, England, M32 8AD – 12/03/2024
Lloyds 30 Market Place, Brackley, England, NN13 7BA – 26/03/2024
Lloyds 5-6 King Street, Penrith, England, CA11 7AP – 19/03/2024
Lloyds 39 Chester Road West, Shotton, Wales, CH5 1BY – 13/03/2024
Lloyds 82-84 High Street, Ruislip, England, HA4 7AB – 13/03/2024
Lloyds 1 Walm Lane Willesden Green, England, NW2 5SN – 21/03/2024
Lloyds 3 Market Hill, Diss, England, IP22 4JZ – 20/03/2024
Halifax 3/5 Kirkgate, Otley, England, – 26/03/2024
Halifax 58 Beveridge Way, Newton Aycliffe, England – 27/03/2024
Halifax 32 John Street, Porthcawl, Wales – 26/03/2024
Halifax 99 High Street, Barnet, England – 12/03/2024
Halifax 91 Holton Road, Barry, Wales – 18/03/2024
Halifax 8/10 High Street, Dartford, England – 18/03/2024
Halifax 12A Market Place, Diss, England – 20/03/2024
Halifax 1 Church Street, Dereham, England – 14/03/2024
Halifax 82 High Street, Lymington, England – 11/03/2024
Halifax 29/33 Chestergate, Macclesfield, England – 11/03/2024
Halifax 248/250 High Street, Orpington, England – 12/03/2024
Halifax 41/42 Middlegate, Penrith, England – 19/03/2024
Halifax 11/12 High Street, Stamford, England – 14/03/2024
BoS 74 Byres Road, Glasgow, Scotland – 21/03/2024
NatWest 817 Bristol Road South, Birmingham, England – 05/03/2024
NatWest 267 Castle Street, Dudley, England – 07/03/2024
NatWest 36 High Street, Maldon, England – 07/03/2024
NatWest 509 Prescot Road, Liverpool, England – 05/03/2024
NatWest 208 Piccadilly London, England – 06/03/2024
NatWest 56 High Street, Rochester, England – 06/03/2024
Barclays 2 Liscard Village, Wallasey, England – 28/03/2024
Barclays 100 High Street, Poole, England – 08/03/2024
Barclays Crown Buildings, 11 Broad Street, Builth Wells, Wales – 06/03/2024
Barclays 57 Frogmore Street, Abergavenny, Wales – 01/03/2024
Barclays 85 High Street, Blackwood, Wales – 22/03/2024
Barclays 81 High Street, Scunthorpe, England – 20/03/2024
Barclays 23 Market Place, Mansfield, England – 01/03/2024
Barclays 35 Victoria Street, Grimsby, England – 13/03/2024
Barclays 4 North Bar Within, Beverley, England – 21/03/2024
Barclays 197 High Street, Perth, Scotland – 08/03/2024
Barclays 24 High Street, Dundee, Scotland, 15/03/2024
Valley House, Kingsway, Team Valley, Gateshead, England – 15/03/2024
Barclays Priestpopple, Hexham, England – 01/03/2024
Barclays 193 High Street, Northallerton, England – 14/03/2024
Barclays 49 High Street, Skipton, England – 07/03/2024
Barclays 63/65 High Street, Rayleigh, England – 22/03/2024
Barclays 2/4 Aldermans Hill, Palmers Green, London, England – 08/03/2024
Barclays 8 The Broadway, Crouch End, England – 01/03/2024
Ulster Bank 27 Main Street, Crumlin, Northern Ireland – 20/03/2024
Ulster Bank 2 Farmley Road, Glengormley, Northern Ireland – 13/03/2024
Ulster Bank 186 Main Street, Lisnaskea, Northern Ireland – 06/03/2024
Ulster Bank 14-16 Market Street, Lurgan, Northern Ireland – 05/03/2024
Ulster Bank 91-93 University Road, Belfast, Northern Ireland – 12/03/2024
April
Lloyds Union Street, Ulverston, England – 09/04/2024
Lloyds 71-73 High Street, Stone, England – 10/04/2024
Lloyds 67 Fore Street Saltash, England – 10/04/2024
Lloyds 34 Station Road, West Drayton, England – 11/04/2024
Lloyds 19-20 Wellington Street, Teignmouth, England – 15/04/2024
Lloyds 5 Market Place, Selby, England – 03/04/2024
Lloyds 129-131 High Street, Rochester, England – 04/04/2024
Lloyds 110-112 High Street, Putney, England – 04/04/2024
Lloyds 12 High Street Newtown, Wales – 03/04/2024
Lloyds 15-17 Pool Street, Caernarfon, Wales – 30/04/2024
Lloyds 4 Market Square, Dover, England – 11/04/2024
Lloyds 16 Main Street, Mexborough, England – 22/04/2024
Halifax Prescot Shopping Centre, Prescot, England – 08/04/2024
Halifax 7/7A Market Place, Thorne, Doncaster, England – 08/04/2024
Halifax 2 Market Place, Ossett, England – 09/04/2024
Halifax 2170 Coventry Road, Sheldon, England – 22/04/2024 58-62
Halifax High Street, Barkingside, England – 15/04/2024
Halifax 165 Shenley Road, Borehamwood, England – 18/04/2024
Halifax 1 High Street, Daventry, England – 17/04/2024
Halifax 17 Fore Street, Bridgwater, England- 23/04/2024
Halifax 149/151 Mortimer Street, Herne Bay, England – 17/04/2024
Halifax 17 Windsor Court, Morley, England – 16/04/2024
Halifax 73A Station Road, New Milton, England – 23/04/2024
Halifax 25 Bridge Street, Spalding, England – 18/04/2024
Halifax 44 Greengate Street, Stafford, England – 08/04/2024
Halifax 40/41 King Street, Whitehaven, England – 09/04/2024
BoS Harbour Street, Tarbert, Scotland – 29/04/2024
Barclays 100/101 Bute Street, Treorchy, Wales – 26/04/2024
Barclays Kingsway, Team Valley Gateshead England – 19/04/2024
Barclays 22/23 High Street, Burton-on-Trent, England – 11/04/2024
Barclays Unit 27, Longbridge Town Centre, Birmingham, England – 18/04/2024
Barclays 36 Dunraven Place, Bridgend, Wales – 12/04/2024
Barclays 9 The Parade, Neath, Wales -19/04/2024
Barclays City Office Park, Tritton Road, Lincoln, England – 12/04/2024
Barclays 33-35 High Street, Grantham, England – 17/04/2024
Barclays 306 Romford Road, Forest Gate, England – 11/04/2024
Barclays 33 Market Square, Kirkby Stephen, England – 12/04/2024
Barclays Market Square, Penrith, England – 17/04/2024
Barclays 10 North Street, Bishop’s Stortford, England – 12/04/2024
Barclays 11/13 Queen Street, Ramsgate, England – 19/04/2024
Barclays 1 Yorkshire Street, Rochdale, England – 18/04/2024
Barclays 27 Station Road, Clacton-on-Sea, England – 18/04/2024
Barclays 28 High Street, Ely, England – 11/04/2024
Barclays 20 Old Brompton Road, South Kensington, England – 12/04/2024
Barclays 78/80 Kilmarnock Road, Shawlands, Scotland – 26/04/2024
Barclays 28 Molesworth Street, Wadebridge, England – 25/04/2024
Barclays 32 High Street, Cardigan, Wales – 26/04/2024
Barclays Unit 62, Bluewater Park, Greenhithe, England – 26/04/2024
Barclays 38 Market Street, Lancaster, England – 25/04/2024
Barclays 92 High Street, Maidenhead, England – 26/04/2024
What you can do if your local bank branch closes
The vast majority of banking customers are moving online and don’t need a physical branch as much as before.
But any closures can be an issue for others, particularly elderly people in rural areas who don’t have access to the internet.
However, if your local branch is set to close, or has recently, you have some options.
You can carry out most basic banking tasks at your nearest Post Office.
You won’t be able to apply for a loan or open a new bank account at once though.
You can find your nearest Post Office branch by using the locator tool on its website.
Meanwhile, many banks offer a mobile banking service – where they bring a bus to your area offering services you can usually get at a physical branch.
Other banks use buildings such as village halls or libraries to offer mobile banking services.
It’s worth contacting your bank to see what services they have available, and when they might next be in your area.
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