Halifax Announces Major Branch Closures Across the UK
Lloyds Banking Group has confirmed that 28 Halifax branches will permanently close their doors during May and June this year. This move is part of a broader closure programme affecting the banking sector nationwide, with specific branches in Sutton Coldfield and Halesowen in the West Midlands set to shut.
Wider Closure Campaign Impacts Multiple Banks
The upcoming closures are among 46 Halifax branches scheduled to close in 2026 and 2027. In February, Lloyds Banking Group announced an additional 95 closures, bringing the total number of sites shutting to at least 168 over the two-year period. This includes 94 Lloyds branches and 28 Bank of Scotland locations, alongside the Halifax closures.
A spokesperson for Lloyds stated: "Customers want the freedom to bank in the way that works for them and we offer more choice and ways to manage money than ever before." The group attributes the decision to changing customer behaviour, with the majority of account holders now managing their finances online.
Critics Raise Concerns Over Vulnerable Customers
Critics have warned that bank closures will disproportionately impact the most vulnerable individuals, including those without access to internet banking or who cannot travel to alternative locations. In response, customers are being encouraged to use in-person services at other brands within the group, such as Lloyds and Bank of Scotland, for transactions like cash deposits, withdrawals, and cheque payments.
Additionally, banking hubs—shared spaces operated by the Post Office—provide an alternative. These hubs allow customers from multiple banks to deposit and withdraw cash, receive face-to-face support, and manage accounts. As of February, 214 hubs were operational across the UK, with 58 more recommended for establishment.
Full List of Halifax Branch Closures in May and June
The following Halifax branches are scheduled to close:
- London (North), Liverpool Road — May 27
- London (West), King Street — May 28
- Skelmersdale, The Concourse Southway — May 27
- Ashington, Station Road — June 3
- Ashton-under-Lyne, The Arcades — June 1
- Billingham, Town Square — June 4
- Bognor Regis, London Road — June 15
- Bridgend, Caroline Street — June 11
- Cardiff, Albany Road — June 11
- Chichester, East Street — June 1
- Chorley, Market Street — June 24
- Croydon, North End — June 25
- Cwmbran, The Mall — June 2
- Ellesmere Port, Marina Walk — June 8
- Goole, Boothferry Road — June 17
- Greenford, The Broadway — June 16
- Halesowen, High Street — June 17
- Horsham, Carfax — June 2
- Leeds, Bramley District Centre — June 15
- Liverpool, Hunts Cross Shopping Centre — June 8
- London (North), Chaseside — June 2
- London (South East), Surrey Quays Shopping Centre — June 2
- Manchester, Wilmslow Road — June 10
- Nottingham, Central Avenue — June 16
- Nottingham, High Road — June 4
- Shipley, Market Square — June 9
- Sutton Coldfield, Parade — June 3
- Thornaby-on-Tees, St Peter’s House — June 17
This trend is not isolated to Halifax, as other major banks like Santander and NatWest are also implementing similar closure programmes, all citing the rise of online banking as a key factor.
