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Members of the Australian police force and their families can build a better financial future with Police Bank.
The roots of Police Bank go back to 1964, when it was formed in one small Sydney police station to help enable police to easier access financial products. The first loan provided was for a mere 100 pounds, were today they are able to provide loans in the six figures as well as a full range of savings and transaction account products.
We update our data regularly, but information can change between updates. Confirm details with the provider you're interested in before making a decision.
We update our data regularly, but information can change between updates. Confirm details with the provider you're interested in before making a decision.
We update our data regularly, but information can change between updates. Confirm details with the provider you're interested in before making a decision.
We update our data regularly, but information can change between updates. Confirm details with the provider you're interested in before making a decision.
Police Bank takes all of your savings needs into consideration, offering a range of products designed both for passive savers and serious investors. With incentives like bonus interest and years shaved off of your home loan, you have the opportunity to secure a prosperous financial future.
What is internet banking like for Police Bank?
The high interest savings accounts offered by Police Bank are all accessible through their comprehensive online banking system. This free service can be easily obtained by contacting Police Bank at their assistance center. Once registered you have the freedom to make your banking transactions anytime you want from anywhere in the world.
Internet banking with Police Bank is almost as if you are visiting a branch. You can conduct almost all of the same transactions electronically as well as access features that will help make managing your finances easier.
Notable features include:
Access to your up to date account balance
The ability to view your recent transactions with your savings, investments and loan accounts
See all of the interest earned on your accounts for the financial year
What transaction accounts are offered by Police Bank?
Easy access. This is a simple to manage everyday account that takes care of all of your banking needs. Your balance will earn daily interest, but is still available at call through a number of methods including internet banking and Visa debit card.
What high interest savings accounts are offered by Police Bank?
Savings Plus. With a tiered interest rate that pays you more for higher balances the Savings Plus account gives you good incentive to save.
Retirement Plus. Pensioners and retirees provides a flat rate of interest at a competitive rate to help keep your retirement savings growing.
Bonus Saver. For each month that you meet the minimum deposit requirement without making any withdrawals you will receive a bonus interest rate on top of the standard rate.
Dynamo. This kid’s savings account pays bonus interest when $5 is deposited into the account each week. This account is available for any member under the age of 12, with accessibility limited to transfers to another account.
What term deposits are offered by Police Bank?
You are given a number of options when you choose to lock your money away in a Police Bank term deposit. The minimum deposit is $1,000 and you can decide on terms that range from three months to five years. You can even opt for monthly interest payments, bi-annual or at maturity. There are no fees required to maintain the account, but you will need a nominated account to receive interest payments in.
What are the pros and cons of banking with Police Bank?
Pros
Bonus rates. You are given a number of ways to accelerate your savings with bonus interest paid on your deposits.
Term deposit. The lower minimum deposit and flexible terms make it easier to invest your money for a set amount of time.
Versatility. Police Bank has thought of all of your savings needs and provides a number of versatile accounts to help you meet them.
Police Bank app. Bank on the go with an intuitive app that lets you use many of the functions that you get with internet banking.
Cons
Transaction account. In order to become a member and open a savings account you must open a transaction account with Police Bank.
The first step in opening a Police Bank account is to apply for membership and open a transaction account. You will be given the opportunity to receive cash just for joining the credit union, and even more money if you opt to open at least three other savings accounts at the time that you apply for membership. They will attempt to verify your identity electronically with information from your driver’s licence or passport, and once completed you membership and account details will be forwarded to you.
Shirley Liu is Finder's global program manager. She was previously the publisher for banking and investments and has also written comparisons for energy, money transfers, Uber Eats and many other topics. Shirley has a Master of Commerce and a Bachelor of Media, Journalism and Communications from the University of New South Wales. She is passionate about helping people find the best deal for their needs.
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I have a Police Bank account and want to know the percentage for a 12 month term deposit for $140,000
Hi Judy,
Thanks for your question.
At the time of writing, a 12 month term deposit is offering 2.85%p.a. (interest paid at maturity).
Police Bank offer a wide range of term deposits, I’d encourage you to give them a call to see what they can offer you.