Coventry Building Society
Building SocietyCoventry Building Society is the UK's second-largest building society, renowned for consistently offering some of the most competitive mortgage rates in the market. Its mutual structure allows it to prioritise member value, resulting in low-cost mortgage products with minimal fees.
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About Coventry Building Society
Coventry Building Society was founded in 1884 in Coventry and has grown to become the UK's second-largest building society. The society has remained focused on its core mission of helping people save for and buy their homes. As a mutual with no shareholders, Coventry prioritises member value and has built a reputation for consistently competitive mortgage rates.
Coventry is renowned for offering some of the lowest mortgage rates in the UK market. The society provides residential and buy-to-let products with minimal fees and competitive pricing. Coventry serves customers through its branch network, online, and via mortgage brokers across the UK.
The society has a strong balance sheet and has grown organically and through selective acquisitions. Coventry is regulated by the FCA and PRA and is a member of the Building Societies Association. The society maintains its headquarters in Coventry and serves members nationwide.
Lending Focus
Coventry Building Society offers mortgage products across 2 categories including Residential, Buy-to-Let.
Key Features
- Consistently among the lowest mortgage rates in the UK market
- No arrangement fees on many fixed-rate and tracker products
- Buy-to-let mortgages for individual and portfolio landlords
- Strong intermediary-only product range alongside direct offerings
- Overpayment up to 10% per year with no early repayment charge
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Consistently offers some of the lowest mortgage rates in the UK
- No arrangement fees on many products — excellent value overall
- Strong intermediary-only range with broker-exclusive deals
- Mutual status means member-focused rather than profit-driven
Cons
- –No shared ownership, Help to Buy, or self-build products
- –Limited branch network — primarily Midlands-based
- –Some of the best rates are intermediary-only and not available direct
Fees & Charges
- Arrangement Fee
- No fee on many products; up to £999 on selected deals
- Valuation Fee
- Free on most products
- Early Repayment Charge
- 1–5% during the initial deal period
- Overpayment Allowance
- Up to 10% per year without charge
Mortgage Rates
Rate data coming soon. View rates on Coventry Building Society
| Product | Initial Rate | Type | Initial Term | Revert Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Year Fixed | TBC | Fixed | 24 months | TBC |
| 5 Year Fixed | TBC | Fixed | 60 months | TBC |
| Tracker | TBC | Variable | 24 months | TBC |
Application Process
- Processing Time
- 2–4 weeks from application to offer
- Online DIP
- Yes — available online
- Offer Valid For
- 6 months
Lending Criteria
- Maximum LTV
- 95%
- Max Loan Amount
- £2m
- Min Loan Amount
- £25k
- Rate Types
- fixed, tracker, discount
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are Coventry Building Society rates so competitive?
Does Coventry Building Society charge arrangement fees?
Can I get a Coventry Building Society mortgage through a broker?
Does Coventry Building Society offer buy-to-let mortgages?
How to Apply
Direct & broker access. Apply directly or via a broker for whole-of-market access. Find a broker
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