Most of our credit unions serve specific areas across Greater Manchester.
Meet Our Credit Unions
Choose sound finance
The SoundPound Group serve people in Greater Manchester. From dedicated workers in fields like policing or postal services to businesses looking for fair and reliable financial services.
Expect straightforward, safe and community-driven loans and savings products designed to enhance local economies and personal financial health. Every investment with a credit union within our group multiplies its impact by nurturing the Greater Manchester community.
Local service, community ties, member-led
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Our credit unions are fully regulated to keep your money secure, so no worries there.
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Members run the show, which means you get a say in how things are done.
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Many offer more than just financial services, like financial education and budgeting help.
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Some focus on employees from certain companies or sectors, like police, postal workers, or Co-op members.
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By banking locally, you help keep money in your community, supporting everyone from your neighbours to local businesses.
Discover your local SoundPound Credit Union. Compare their common bonds and what they focus on.
Click on the logo to learn more and be on your way to becoming a member.
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Cash Box Credit Union
Cash Box credit union, formed in 2005, serves those who live or work in Tameside and Glossop. As a community savings and loan cooperative, members pool their savings to lend to each other and help manage the union. Offering secure savings, low-interest loans and payroll deductions, Cash Box promotes financial inclusion. It’s regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority.
Tameside One
Market Place
Ashton-under-Lyne
Tameside
OL6 6BHEmail: enquries@cashbox.org.uk
Phone: 0161 342 3266 -
The Co-op Credit Union
The Co-op Credit Union provides a trustworthy and ethical place for members to save and borrow across the UK. Membership is open to workers, pensioners and members of certain cooperative groups and organisations, plus individuals in specific job roles listed in the Standard Occupational Classification 2020. Members have saved more than £1 million in interest over the past three years compared to traditional borrowing costs.
1 Angel Square
Manchester
M60 0AGEmail: credit.union@co-operativecreditunion.coop
Phone: 0345 602 3554 -
GMB Credit Union
Since 1999, GMB Credit Union has been committed to providing members and their families with straightforward, fair financial options. To join GMB Credit Union you must be an active member of the GMB Trade Union. It’s regulated by the FCA and PRA, with savings insured up to £85,000 by the FSCS. GMB Credit Union prioritises strong relationships and offers responsible financial solutions.
Sinclair House
11 Station Road
Cheadle Hulme
Cheshire
SK8 5AFEmail: info@gmbcreditunion.com
Phone: 0161 486 1777 -
Hoot Credit Union
Hoot credit union provides ethical, affordable loans and savings to those in Bolton and Bury. It’s for people who live, work or study in the BL0-BL9, M25-M29, M38, M4, and M46 areas, or are employed by select local organisations. Dedicated to creating a fairer and more inclusive financial system, Hoot improves financial wellbeing and bolsters local communities and economies.
The Square
53-55 Victoria Square
Bolton
BL1 1RZEmail: enquiries@wisewithmoney.org.uk
Phone: 01204 365 024 -
Manchester Credit Union
For over 30 years, Manchester Credit Union (MCU) has operated as a financial cooperative owned by its members. Dedicated solely to member benefits, any surplus generated is either returned as dividends on savings or reinvested to enhance services. Membership is open to anyone living or working in Greater Manchester and High Peak, including tenants of specific housing associations.
Ground Floor
Queens Court
24 Queen Street
Manchester
M2 5HXEmail: info@manchestercreditunion.co.uk
Phone: 0161 231 5222 -
Metro Moneywise Credit Union
Founded in 1990, Metro Moneywise Credit Union is an employee-based credit union located in Rochdale, North West England. Managed by a dedicated team of staff and volunteers, it serves Rochdale and surrounding areas, with over 30 years of service. By joining Metro Moneywise, members become part of a community where their savings help provide loans to themselves and others. This mutual support system enhances the financial wellbeing of all its members.
Lock 50
Oldham Road
Rochdale
OL16 5RDEmail: info@metromoneywise.co.uk
Phone: 0170 629 8966 -
No1 CopperPot Credit Union
Founded in 1986, No1 CopperPot Credit Union is one of the UK’s largest police credit unions, serving over 40,000 members from the Police family. It offers payroll deduction across 30 forces and focuses on saving encouragement, affordable loans and financial education. Membership is open to active or retired police personnel including ancillary staff, provided they receive a police pension.
Slater House
Oakfield Road,
Cheadle Royal Business Park
Cheshire
SK8 3GXEmail: info@no1copperpot.com
Phone: 0161 741 3160 -
Oldham Credit Union
Founded in 2002, Oldham Credit Union (OCU) is a member-owned financial cooperative that provides fair and simple financial services. Membership is open to anyone who lives or works in the borough of Oldham. OCU exists solely to offer secure and competitive financial options. With a focus on promoting financial education and community collaboration, OCU serves over 4,000 members and continues to grow.
9 Albion Street
Oldham
OL1 3BGEmail: enquiry@oldhamcreditunion.co.uk
Phone: 0161 678 7245 -
The Penny Post Group
The Penny Post Group (Penny Post Credit Union), established for employees of Royal Mail Group, Parcelforce Worldwide, the Post Office and members of CWU or Unite, offers a straightforward way to save and borrow directly from your pay. As a financial co-operative, it provides savings, loans and various financial services, with members serving as both customers and shareholders, central to all operations.
Hyde Road Depot
Ardwick
Manchester
M12 6JSEmail: office@penny-post.co.uk
Phone: 0333 332 1461 -
Salford Credit Union
For over 30 years, Salford Credit Union has empowered members with savings accounts from birth and low-cost loans that keep money in local pockets. Membership is open to those in Salford and parts of North Manchester, plus regional Unison and Unite union members. It supports local anti-poverty initiatives alongside key partners like Salford City Council, improving financial resilience and prosperity.
1 Loganberry Ave
Salford
M6 5UXEmail: info@salfordcreditunion.com
Phone: 0161 686 5880 -
South Manchester Credit Union
South Manchester Credit Union serves the communities of South and Central Manchester, providing accessible savings accounts and loans. For over two decades, it has been dedicated to enhancing financial wellbeing through coaching and financial education in areas like Didsbury, Withington, Fallowfield, Levenshulme and other central locations. It promotes responsible borrowing and lending and supports its communities through assistance for those facing financial challenges.
187 Fog Lane
Burnage
M20 6FJEmail: hello@smcreditunion.co.uk
Phone: 0161 448 0200 -
Stockport Credit Union
Formed in 2005 from the union of Brinnington, Houldsworth, Offerton and Werneth credit unions, Stockport Credit Union builds on a legacy dating back to 1989. As a member-owned cooperative, it offers affordable financial services to those in Stockport postcodes SK1-SK8, fostering financial independence through a save-as-you-borrow model. Any surplus is returned to members or reinvested to enhance Stockport Credit Union’s services.
First House
367 Brinnington Road
Stockport
SK5 8ENEmail: mail@stockportcu.com
Phone: 0161 430 5808 -
Unify Credit Union
Formed in 2002, Unify Credit Union has grown to serve 10,000 members across Wigan, Leigh, Chorley, South Ribble, Warrington, and Skelmersdale, providing over £40 million in loans and saving members £4 million last year alone by offering affordable loans. Beyond savings and loans, it provides essential financial services like budgeting and debt guidance to enhance members’ financial wellbeing.
21 Crompton Street
Wigan
WN1 1BNEmail: info@unifycu.org
Phone: 01942 245656 -
YourB Credit Union
Founded in January 2015, YourB Credit Union was established to offer students interest-free loans, preventing the heavy burden of debt caused by compound interest. It officially became the UK’s first Shariah-compliant Credit Union in January 2020. Membership is open to individuals associated with member organisations, and YourB encourages community involvement through volunteering or fundraising, supporting its mission to offer sustainable financial solutions.
Ansar House
59 Kingsway
Manchester
M19 2LLEmail: info@yourb.org.uk
Phone: 0161 286 8365
Money matters, and so do the people behind it.
At The SoundPound Group, we’re committed to ensuring every pound improves lives and our Greater Manchester communities.
