Howden Insurance Reviews 

71,371
TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.8

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Evaluating 9,800 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the staff for being exceptionally helpful, knowledgeable, and professional, making interactions pleasant and efficient. Many people highlight the excellent customer service, noting the personalized approach and clear explanations provided by the team, which simplifies complex insurance processes. Consumers are also very satisfied with the competitive pricing, often finding good deals and saving money on their policies. Reviewers appreciate the efficient, stress-free user experience, especially the ability to speak with real people for reassurance and accurate coverage.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I dealt with Stefi Gilliard over the phone to insure two vehicles. Stefi took me through the whole process and stayed on the line throughout which probably took 40 minutes. I couldn't get the vehic... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very knowledgeable staff - confident and clear in their delivery. I felt confident that the Broker would do his best for me. I was delighted with the price obtained. Service was efficient ( I had... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Exceptional service, did all the hard work for us and best price found for better cover. Answer phone promptly, don’t read from a script. Old fashioned excellent customer care. Can’t praise enough and... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great customer service and a competitive quote. Thomas quickly got us sorted with some quite urgent car cover and was thorough and courteous. We did try a couple of other lenders but Howden found us... See more


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Howden is the new name for A-Plan. We do insurance differently. With more than 100 insurance products available, at over 100 branches across the country, our friendly branch teams are dedicated to finding you the right policy at the right price. From car, home or van insurance to horsebox, commercial cover to kit cars; we have access to a range of mainstream and niche insurers, who offer the full breadth of policies to cover your every specialist requirement.


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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

AVOID DEALING WITH SALESMAN< MILES ROBINSON AND MARAH IMPERIO

AVOID THIS DISHONEST COMPANY AND THEIR SALESMAN MILES ROBINSON!!

UPDATE - MY REVIEW IS 100% HONEST AND CAN BE PROVED VIA EVERY SINGLE EMAIL, AND CANNOT BE DISPUTED!

HOWDEN’S EVIDENTLY FELT THAT THEY HAD APPROPRIATELY ADDRESSED MY COMPLAINT(NOT A COMPLAINT) AT THE TIME, HENCE, NO FURTHER CONTACT WAS REQUIRED OR INSTIGATED.

SINCE POSTING MY HONEST AND FACTUAL REVIEW ONLINE, THEY HAVE REQUESTED FURTHER INFORMATION FROM ME TO FORMULATE A RESPONSE. HOWEVER, A RESPONSE HAS ALREADY BEEN PROVIDED BY HOWDEN’S AND THERE ARE NO FURTHER ISSUES TO RESOLVE, THEREFORE, WHAT IS THERE TO GET TO THE BOTTOM OF THAT INVOLVES ME?

WITH THIS IN MIND, WHAT POSSIBLE FURTHER RESPONSE WOULD DIFFER FROM THE ORIGINAL RESPONSE, WHAT FURTHER ACTIONS WOULD ERADICATE MY EXPERIENCE, AND WHY QUESTION THE FACTS?

HOWDEN’S SHOULD CONCENTRATE, ACKNOWLEDGE AND ACCEPT THEIR EMPLOYEES UNPROFESSIONAL CONDUCT, AND I WOULD REQUEST REFRAIN FROM CONTACT BY TARGETING AND FURTHER WASTING MY TIME, WHICH IS CAUSING ME CONTINUED MENTAL AND EMOTIONAL TRAUMA.

ALL THE FACTUAL EVENTS ARE DOCUMENTED WITHIN MY REVIEW WHICH INCLUDES DATES AND PERSONS INVOLVED, AND BEFORE NOW, ANY FURTHER ISSUES SHOULD HAVE BEEN ADDRESSED INTERNALLY.

HOWDEN’S DOES NOT ETHICALLY HAVE THE RIGHT TO CONTACT ME WHEN THEY ALREADY HAVE ALL THE INFORMATION, I FEEL AS THOUGH THEY ARE TRYING TO UNDERMINE MY EXPERIENCE, IN ORDER FOR ME TO REMOVE MY REVIEW.

I contacted and raised a complaint with Howden Insurance due to an email that was sent from their Salesman, Miles Robinson on their behalf discussing my Commercial Business Tenancy.

I asked them to confirm if Howden were now the owners of my commercial tenancy based in Brackley, because their Salesman, Miles Robinson was emailing me with regards to my tenancy, which included personal details within this email such as my home address and financial details etc. all of which was on Howden’s server for all to access which is horrifying.

I received an email from an individual named Marah Imperio from Compliance Business Support who responded to my email, and I received the following comments:

Following our review, we can confirm that the matter raised does not fall within the scope of Howden’s definition of a formal “complaint” as it does not relate to a regulatory product offered by Howden or the services Howden provides as a company. However we acknowledge your concerns and have responded accordingly to the matters raised.

We confirm that Howden is not the owner of the property identified in your email, nor does it have any involvement in the matters discussed. The email was not sent on or for Howden business.

Our employees are subject to a policy which prohibits the use of work emails for personal purposes except in limited circumstances. The employee has been reminded of the restrictions in place regarding the use of his company email. We understand he has taken steps to rectify this oversight on his part.

We will delete the emails between you and Mr Robinson from our servers. However, we will have to retain a copy of your complaint and this email for our records.

I was dumbfounded by the contradictory content of the email and the blatantly bizarre response from Marah Imperio, however, Salesman, Miles Robinson has been notified that he has violated the Howden’s policy regarding the use of work emails for personal use. It is extremely concerning Marah Imperio stated that my email was not considered as a 'complaint' but my 'complaint' will be retained for their records, what possible sense does that make? This individual needs to communicate with professionalism and clarity, and it is evident that training is required.

Salesman, Miles Robinson displayed his total lack of disdain and abhorrent attitude towards his employers policy, and decided that he was able to act on Howden's behalf without any conscience or consideration by using their email and their business details to conduct his personal business, all in an attempt to discuss his inheritance from his Mummy and Daddy's inheritance regarding my Commercial Business Tenancy.

All events can be proven via the emails received, this is what factually took place, and nothing stated can be denied.

Salesman, Miles Robinson's unprofessional conduct and inability to conduct himself with any dignity and decorum is apparent, he has disclosed and breached my personal data on a corporate work email which is heinous. There are laws to protect my data and Salesman, Miles Robinson has blatantly disregarded this imperative law by breaching and disrespecting my privacy in the most uncivil manner!!

Do not trust Salesman, Miles Robinson to conduct your affairs or handle your personal data because it will be breached!!

11 August 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I had a no fault accident and was…

I had a no fault accident and was totally unsurported by Howdens. The claim was mishandled and Howdens left me to deal directly with the third party insurer and the claims management company, even though Howdens knew it was not going well. They stoped ringing me back and replying to my emails. The claim was a motorcycle policy and I ended up getting help and advice from my car and house policy broker. I will never use Howdens again.

4 April 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Olivia from Epsom was very…

Olivia from Epsom was very professional, efficient and thorough when going through my quote for home and car insurance. She was the best I have spoken to for a while. She was friendly and very helpful with advice I needed on legal expenses. It was a very positive experience which I also pointed out to her on the phone.

22 July 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have several cars with different…

I have several cars with different companies. Other classic car insurance (Lancaster) that I use for other car waisted my time and service was bad. I contacted Howden as they sort my insurance. The best is that you can speak with a person, and Michael Luff gave me a top customer service. Price was reasonable too. When my other classic cars insurance expire I will move it to Howden

22 July 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Having dealt with the company a few…

Having dealt with the company a few years back I was hoping to get a good deal, I was welcomed by stef who was warm friendly and helped me to get the deal I wanted. So top marks to the company and also to stef who is a credit to the company.

22 July 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We had originally had a quote from Saga…

We had originally had a quote from Saga who were the complete opposite of Jade.

Jade was extremely helpful, professional and friendly and sorted out a policy that was exactly what we were looking for.

A credit to your office and why we keep coming back to Howdens.

22 July 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had a no fault (on my part) claim…

I had a no fault (on my part) claim which was tbh a p in the a. Amy Conroy of Howdens insurance, doggedly stuck with it, I asked her....8 months ago to not get in touch unless there was any news...bit rude on my part, but true to her word, I got a call today! 8 months later to say the claim had finally be paid. amazing! most people would of given up, but not Amy! a total star. the whole team at Howdens have been great, but tbh Amy Conroy has just blown my socks off with her dogged determination to get me some money after being rear ended by a rude arrogant 18yr old boy. Thank you Howdens, Thank you Amy!!!

22 July 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Luke Morley

Luke Morley, where to start. What a pleasure it was working with luke as a first time van insurer in the waste removal game. This guy is the best, very respectful and very caring. I highly recommend anybody getting into waste removals speak to Luke.

The Big Wasteman Ltd 💪🏼💪🏼

22 July 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Generally use Howdens

Generally use Howdens. Always extremely helpful and the Banbury staff are excellent. Sometimes it's good to pop in and actually speak to someone.

21 July 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Helpful staff member

A very friendly and helpful member of staff, Joe, worked through all my queries and came up with a fair quotation which I felt able to accept.

21 July 2026

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