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Who they are

Sensible Savings is part of The Access Bank UK Limited , a bank with a straightforward proposition: keep things simple for savers. The Access Bank UK Limited is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Access Bank Plc, listed on the Nigerian Stock Exchange, and was established to provide customers in the UK and Africa with a broad range of banking services. The bank is authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority.

One important thing to be aware of: because Sensible Savings shares a banking licence with The Access Bank UK Limited, any deposits you hold with both brands count toward the same FSCS protection limit. Your eligible deposits held by a UK establishment of The Access Bank UK Limited are protected up to a total of £120,000 by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme.

Savings accounts

Sensible Savings focuses exclusively on fixed-rate bonds - there are no easy access or ISA products. Their fixed-rate bonds offer guaranteed rates of interest with terms ranging from 1 to 3 years. Bonds are available for deposit amounts between a minimum of £5,000 and a maximum of £500,000.

You cannot withdraw money from the account until the maturity of your bond , so these accounts suit savers who are confident they won't need the money in a hurry. For bonds with a term of more than one year, interest is compounded annually , and interest is only paid out on the maturity date. One practical note: you manage your bond via telephone or post, as online access is not available.

Is it right for you?

Sensible Savings suits someone with a lump sum of at least £5,000 that they can genuinely set aside for one, two, or three years. The no-frills, no-bonuses approach means what you see is what you get - no confusing offers, just fixed returns, and no hidden charges. It is not the right fit if you want easy access to your money, an ISA wrapper, or a fully digital experience.

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