Penrith Building Society
Building SocietyPenrith Building Society is a small, independent Cumbrian mutual offering residential mortgages with local expertise and a personal approach to lending in the Eden Valley and Lake District region.
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About Penrith Building Society
Penrith Building Society was established in 1877 in the Cumbrian market town of Penrith, at the gateway to the Lake District. The society has served the communities of the Eden Valley and surrounding areas for nearly 150 years, providing savings and mortgage products with a distinctly personal touch.
The society focuses on residential mortgage lending within its Cumbrian heartland, offering products suited to the local property market including rural and agricultural properties that many larger lenders may not consider. Penrith Building Society individually assesses every application, drawing on its local knowledge to make informed lending decisions.
As one of the UK's smallest building societies, Penrith maintains a fiercely independent spirit and strong community ties. The society supports local charities and community organisations across Cumbria. It is regulated by the FCA and PRA and is a member of the Building Societies Association.
Lending Focus
Penrith Building Society offers mortgage products across 1 categories including Residential.
Key Features
- Local expertise in Cumbrian and Lake District property market
- Individual underwriting with personal assessment of every case
- Can consider rural and agricultural properties
- Personal service from a small, independent mutual
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Local knowledge of Cumbrian property types including rural properties
- Personal service with direct access to decision makers
- Can consider properties that larger lenders might decline
- Independent mutual with strong community roots
Cons
- –Very limited lending area focused on Cumbria and the Eden Valley
- –No buy-to-let or specialist mortgage products
- –Maximum LTV of 80% requires a larger deposit
Fees & Charges
- Arrangement Fee
- Varies by product; typically £200–£400
- Valuation Fee
- Charged at cost depending on property value
- Early Repayment Charge
- 2–3% during the initial deal period
- Overpayment Allowance
- Contact the society for current overpayment terms
Mortgage Rates
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Application Process
- Processing Time
- 2–4 weeks
- Online DIP
- No — via broker or branch
- Offer Valid For
- 3 months
Lending Criteria
- Maximum LTV
- 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
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How to Apply
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