All Savings Accounts

About Savings Accounts :

This table displays all the latest UK savings accounts. There are a number of different types:

• A ISA (Individual Savings Account)- Allows you to invest up to £7000 tax free each year in a Cash ISA or Maxi (or share) ISA.
• Instant Access Account- allowing instant access to your savings.
• Internet Only Account- affords you a higher rate of interest in return for managing your account online.
• Shares and Investments- Invest your money in stocks and shares for possible greater returns over the long term.

Read our guide to ISAs vs Standard Savings Accounts.

What should I consider when choosing a Savings Account?

• Will you need instant access to your money, or can you afford to tie it up for the long term?
• Make use of your tax free allowance each year, before you invest in a standard savings account.
• How do you want to manage your account? If you choose an internet only account you’re likely to receive a higher level of interest.
• Shares and Investments are profitable if you invest money over a long period; you’re likely to receive a greater return. But remember, shares are high risk and you are not guaranteed a return.
• Overall its good idea to have a balanced portfolio of savings if you want to maximise your return.

For more information read our top 10 tips to a better savings account or how to supersize your savings.

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