Metro Bank Complaints

Metro Bank is among the worst-performing banks for complaints.

5/5 — Terrible

What customers experience

Metro Bank received 20,877 complaints in the 2025-01-01 to 2025-06-30 reporting period -- that is roughly 13.7 complaints per 1,000 accounts, which is above the sector average of 7.4. If you have had a bad experience with Metro Bank, you are not alone.

Total Complaints

20,877

In 2025-01-01 to 2025-06-30

Rate (per 1,000 accounts)

13.7

Sector Average

7.4

per 1,000 accounts

Complaints by Product

Product Complaints Share
Banking and credit cards 19,262 92.3%
Home finance 419 2.0%

How does Metro Bank compare?

Metro Bank
13.65
15.26

Complaint rate per 1,000 accounts

Bottom Line

Metro Bank is among the most complained-about banks in the UK. If you have been frustrated with their service, the data confirms your experience is widely shared. We would encourage you to make a formal complaint and escalate to the ombudsman if needed. If you are considering switching to Metro Bank, this record is worth factoring into your decision.

About This Data

Data sourced from official UK regulators for the period 2025-01-01 to 2025-06-30. Complaint rates are calculated per 1,000 accounts. Ombudsman uphold rate from the Financial Ombudsman Service. Full methodology