Santander has confirmed the closure of 23 branches across the UK by the end of June 2025. The decision aligns with the bank’s ongoing strategy to reduce its physical presence as more customers shift towards digital banking.
The closures will start on June 16 and continue until June 30, impacting a number of regions. This move is part of a larger plan, which includes the closure of 95 branches and the loss of 750 jobs.
According to DevonLive, the closures are also expected to affect local services, including those linked to DWP benefits, although specific details regarding these impacts remain scarce.
Branch Closures and Affected Locations
The closure of 23 Santander branches marks a significant reduction in the bank’s physical presence.
The first set of closures will occur on June 16, with Clacton, Croydon, Gateshead, Launceston, and Peterhead being shut down permanently.
The final closures of the month will take place on June 30, affecting Fleet, Musselburgh, Portadown, and Swadlincote.
Impact on Jobs and Services
The decision to close these branches will impact hundreds of jobs. Santander previously announced that 750 roles would be lost across its UK network, as part of a broader strategy to reduce physical locations and adjust to changing customer behaviors.
Despite these closures, the bank is introducing alternatives like Community Bankers and banking hubs, as well as encouraging customers to use the Post Office for various banking transactions.
Santander’s Strategy for the Future
Santander has stated that its strategy is aimed at balancing digital banking with face-to-face services. While branches are closing, the bank is investing in alternative models, such as Work Cafés, counter-free branches, and a mobile banking app.
A spokesperson from Santander emphasised the need to adapt to evolving customer needs, stating:
As customer behaviour changes, we are ensuring that our branches remain fit for the future.
Our new combination of full-service branches, alongside Work Cafés, counter-free branches and reduced hours branches, aims to provide the right balance between digital banking and face-to-face money management and guidance.
As a business, we must move with customers and balance our investment across all the places where we interact with customers, to deliver the very best for them now and in the future.
Closing a branch is always a very difficult decision and we spend a great deal of time assessing where and when we do this and how to minimise the impact it may have on our customers.
However, we believe that the introduction of our new Community Bankers and the exciting plans we have for our remaining network of 349 branches and Work Cafés, alongside the rapid and innovative improvements to our award-winning mobile banking app, will provide the right balance of digital banking and human interaction when required.
Alternatives for Affected Customers
For customers affected by these closures, Santander offers a variety of options.
Community Bankers will continue to visit local community venues, while banking hubs provide shared spaces in high street locations where customers can carry out essential services.
Additionally, customers can use their nearest Post Office for basic banking tasks like cash deposits, withdrawals, and cheque deposits.
The move reflects a broader trend within the banking industry, where many institutions are reducing their physical footprint in favor of more digital and flexible banking solutions.
Santander’s new model aims to ensure that it remains competitive in an increasingly digital-first market, while still offering essential services to those who prefer in-person interactions.
Full List of Santander Branch Closures in June 2025
Below is the complete list of Santander branch closures across the UK for June 2025:
June 16: Launceston, Croydon, Peterhead, Gateshead Metro, Clacton
June 17: Louth, Kilburn, Torquay, Arbroath
June 18: Kidderminster
June 23: Eltham, Blackwood, Greenford, Glasgow MX, Dungannon, Magherafelt, Cleveleys
June 24: Glasgow LDHQ, Aberdare, Brecon
June 30: Swadlincote, Fleet, Portadown, Musselburgh
After these closures, Santander will still operate a network of 349 branches and will continue to focus on balancing its physical and digital banking services.
