What the data tells us
| Nation | Venues | Median | Mid range | Score 90+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wales | 146 | £12,000 | £8,500 to £16,500 | 47 |
| Northern Ireland | 157 | £12,000 | £8,500 to £16,500 | 48 |
| Ireland | 336 | £12,858 | £8,572 to £14,572 | 35 |
| Scotland | 125 | £13,250 | £12,000 to £21,750 | 44 |
| England | 495 | £21,000 | £18,000 to £28,000 | 139 |
England regions
| Region | Venues | Median | Mid range | Score 90+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Midlands | 37 | £18,000 | £16,000 to £22,000 | 14 |
| North West | 72 | £18,000 | £17,975 to £22,000 | 15 |
| North East | 27 | £18,000 | £14,250 to £22,000 | 6 |
| West Midlands | 34 | £18,000 | £16,381 to £22,000 | 12 |
| South West | 80 | £20,000 | £18,000 to £28,000 | 29 |
| Yorkshire and the Humber | 40 | £20,000 | £18,000 to £25,000 | 9 |
| East of England | 70 | £20,000 | £18,000 to £25,000 | 23 |
| South East | 82 | £23,500 | £19,175 to £30,000 | 28 |
| London | 53 | £30,000 | £26,000 to £45,000 | 3 |
How to read the differences
A national median is a description of the assessed venues in that nation. It is not a verdict on quality, and it does not mean that one nation is automatically better value. A lower median may reflect a different mix of venue types, guest capacities, rural and urban locations, or the amount of food, drink and accommodation included in a typical package.
Start with the nation table for orientation, then open the place and venue type routes for the market you are considering. That second step matters because averages become much more useful when they are tested against a real region and a real venue proposition.
What to do next
Use the figures here to set a realistic starting point, then move from the market pattern to a region, venue type and individual venue profile.
The research is comparative rather than a quotation. Recheck the venue's current inclusions, guest assumptions, season, accommodation and supplier requirements before treating any figure as your wedding budget.