NatWest will close 55 additional bank branches later this year, on top of the 53 already scheduled to close in 2025. The bank’s decision forms part of a wider industry trend as more customers shift to online banking services.
According to NatWest, over 80% of their current account holders now use digital platforms, and most new accounts are opened online. While the closures will begin rolling out in the coming months, with 31 branches scheduled to close in September alone, NatWest has stated it is investing in alternative options such as upgraded branches, community pop-ups, and partnerships with Post Offices and banking hubs to continue supporting customers. A statement on NatWest’s website reads: “Banking has changed dramatically in recent years, with an increased demand for mobile and online services, as our customers benefit from a faster and easier way to bank.”
It added: “Closing a branch is a decision we take very seriously. We know it can affect those less confident with the alternatives we offer. We’ll always work hard to guide and support you through the changes and find the best way to serve you from now on.”
Full list of 31 NatWest bank branches to close in September 2025
- Cwmbran, 36-37 Gwent Square, Cwmbran, NP44 1YW, September 1, 2025
- Wisbech, 1 Market Place, Wisbech, PE13 1DT, September 1, 2025
- Leicester – Melton Road, 2 Melton Road, Leicester, LE4 5EA, September 2, 2025
- Rayleigh, 43 High Street, Rayleigh, SS6 7EW, September 2, 2025
- Halesowen, 2 Hagley Road, Halesowen, B63 4RQ, September 3, 2025
- Torquay, 108 Union Street, Torquay, TQ2 5PH, September 3, 2025
- Bristol – Fishponds, 778 Fishponds Road, Bristol, BS16 3TX, September 4, 2025
- Llangefni, Glanhwfa Road, Llangefni, LL77 7WY, September 4, 2025
- Ely, 16 Market Street, Ely, CB7 4YY, September 10, 2025
- Leicester – Oadby, 5 The Parade, Leicester, LE2 5BB, September 10, 2025
- Birmingham – Edgbaston, 30A Harborne Road, Birmingham, B15 3AA, September 11, 2025
- Cardiff – Llanishen, Westminster Chambers, 50-52 Station Road, Cardiff, CF14 5QP, September 11, 2025
- Luton – Leagrave, 11 Marsh Road, Luton, LU3 2QP, September 15, 2025
- Northampton – Weston Favell Shopping Centre, 17 Weston Favell Centre, Northampton, NN3 8FZ, September 15, 2025
- Birmingham – Acocks Green, Shop 3, 1160 Warwick Road, Birmingham, B27 6DF, September 16, 2025
- Cardiff – Canton, 277 Cowbridge Road East, Cardiff, CF5 1WX, September 16, 2025
- Cirencester, 32 Market Place, Cirencester, GL7 2NU, September 17, 2025
- Hinckley, 13 The Borough, Hinckley, LE10 1NL, September 17, 2025
- Ashby-de-la-Zouch, 54 Market Street, Ashby-De-La-Zouch, LE65 1BB, September 18, 2025
- Wickford, 63 High Street, Wickford, SS12 9AH, September 18, 2025
- Abingdon, 11 Market Place, Abingdon, OX14 3HH, September 24, 2025
- Newmarket (Suffolk), 18 High Street, Newmarket, CB8 8LH, September 24, 2025
- Birmingham – Smethwick, 34-38 High Street, Smethwick, B66 1DU, September 25, 2025
- Yate, 3-5 North Walk, Bristol, BS37 4AG, September 25, 2025
- Birmingham – Shirley, 231 Stratford Road, Solihull, B90 3AJ, September 29, 2025
- Prestatyn, Lower High Street Car Park, Prestatyn, LL19 9LG, September 29, 2025
- Abergele, Tesco Car Park, Abergele, LL22 7AA, September 29, 2025
- Melton Mowbray, 7 High Street, Melton Mowbray, LE13 0TT, September 29, 2025
- Welshpool, Tesco Welshpool Car Park, Welshpool, SY21 7BL, September 29, 2025
- Bicester, 1-7 Manorsfield Road, Bicester, OX26 6DA, September 30, 2025
- Sudbury, 32 Market Hill, Sudbury, CO10 2EN, September 30, 2025.
A further 24 branches will close in the following locations over the months after:
- Leamington Spa, Royal Priors, 59 Parade, Leamington Spa, CV32 4ZX, October 1, 2025
- Ringwood, 11 High Street, Ringwood, BH24 1BA, October 1, 2025
- Paignton, 15 Victoria Street, Paignton, TQ4 5DE, October 2, 2025
- Stevenage, 26-28 Queensway, Stevenage, SG1 1BS, October 7, 2025
- Wellingborough, 40 Market Street, Wellingborough, NN8 1AD, October 7, 2025
- Midsomer Norton, 3 High Street, Radstock, BA3 2LE, October 8, 2025
- Stratford-upon-Avon, 31 Rother Street, Stratford-Upon-Avon, CV37 6ZS, October 8, 2025
- Romsey, 27 Market Place, Romsey, SO51 8ZH, October 13, 2025
- Neath, 35 Green Street, Neath, SA11 1DB, October 13, 2025
- Redditch, Church Green House, Church Green East, Redditch, B98 8DG, October 14, 2025
- Lowestoft, 53 London Road North, Lowestoft, NR32 1BJ, October 15, 2025
- Chippenham, 30 High Street, Chippenham, SN15 3HB, October 15, 2025
- Trowbridge, 62 Fore Street, Trowbridge, BA14 8EX, October 16, 2025
- Honiton, 94 High Street, Honiton, EX14 1JL, October 21, 2025
- Mold, 48-50 High Street, Mold, CH7 1BA, October 21, 2025
- Dorchester, 49 South Street, Dorchester, DT1 1DW, October 22, 2025
- Bridgwater, 9 York Buildings, Bridgwater, TA6 3BS, October 27, 2025
- Kettering, 16 High Street, Kettering, NN16 8SZ, October 28, 2025
- Leighton Buzzard, 27 High Street, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 1DX, October 28, 2025
- Bridport, 22 East Street, Bridport, DT6 3LG, October 29, 2025
- Cromer, 61 Church Street, Cromer, NR27 9YY – date to be confirmed
- Evesham, 2 Bridge Street, Evesham, WR11 4RS – date to be confirmed
- Launceston, 14 Westgate Street, Launceston, PL15 7AG – date to be confirmed
- Portishead, 25 High Street, Bristol, BS20 6BL – date to be confirmed.
Customers who need in-person assistance can still access services at any branch within the NatWest group, which includes the Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) and Ulster Bank.
The Post Office also offers banking services such as cash deposits and withdrawals, balance enquiries, and cheque deposits.
Additionally, hundreds of ‘Banking Hubs’ have been launched to give more customers access to cash and services regardless of their bank. People can find their closest location here.
