Family mediation is a highly effective method for resolving disputes, and the success rates for families in the Gosport area reflect national trends which show the majority of cases result in an agreement without the need for court intervention.
While specific, local success rates for Gosport are not publicly tracked, national statistics from the Family Mediation Council (FMC) and Ministry of Justice (MoJ) demonstrate a high likelihood of reaching a resolution.
The following statistics apply to families engaging in the mediation process across the UK, including those in Gosport:
Overall Agreement Rate; Over 70% of cases that proceed to joint mediation reach a full or partial agreement. Some providers who screen cases carefully report success rates as high as 90% for those who attend joint sessions.
Full vs. Partial Agreement; Approximately 50% of cases result in a complete, written agreement covering all issues (children and/or finances).The remaining portion of the 70% includes partial agreements, where parents resolve some key issues through mediation, narrowing the focus and cost of any subsequent court application.
Court Diversion Rate; The Government’s Family Mediation Voucher Scheme shows that more than two-thirds (over 66%) of families using the scheme were spared from going to court, successfully reaching an agreement through mediation.
Find out why Family Mediation is the best solution for resolving disputes around divorce and child access
The success of mediation is not accidental; it is driven by key features of the process that contrast sharply with the adversarial nature of court:
Control Over Outcome; In mediation, the parents themselves make the decisions, not a judge. When parents voluntarily create an agreement, they are far more likely to feel ownership over it and stick to it long-term.
Cost and Speed; Mediation is significantly faster and cheaper than court. While court cases can take over 41 weeks to conclude, mediation often concludes in just a few sessions over several weeks, providing prompt relief and resolution.
Child Focus; Accredited mediators are required to keep the child’s best interests at the heart of the process. They help parents move away from entrenched conflict and focus on workable solutions that support their children’s welfare.
Even if a full agreement is not reached in mediation, the process is rarely a waste of time.
PARTIAL AGREEMENT: Resolving even one or two issues (e.g., agreeing on the sale of a property, or contact during school holidays) saves significant time and money in court.
CLARITY: Mediation helps parties gain a clearer understanding of the issues, leading to a more focused and efficient court process if litigation is ultimately necessary.
LEGAL AID: If you qualify for Legal Aid, the mediation process, including the crucial first session for both parties, is free, removing the financial risk of trying mediation.
For families in Gosport, mediation is therefore a low-risk, high-reward option that should always be explored before committing to the cost and stress of family court.
We offer mediation hubs around the Solent Region.
Offering Civil and Family Mediation, Legal Aid Mediation.
Strictly by Appointment Only.
Location is not staffed.
Mediation and urgent MIAM appointments can be arranged online
Our Gosport Hub – Find us at;
The Anchorage, Gosport PO12 1LZ
Call our team to book your mediation on 0238 161 1051