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Why No Fuss Cremations Have Risen In Popularity By 500% In Just Two Years

Sun Life’s 2023 Cost of Dying report shows that direct cremations just keep getting more popular all the time.  In 2019, direct cremations were only 3% of total funerals carried out but by 2021, that had jumped to 18%. That’s a 500% increase in only two years!!

We plan our careers. We plan our holidays. We try to prepare for many things throughout our life. But there's one important matter that most of us fail to get ready for.

It's something that's certain to come and cannot be avoided...

Death!

Sun Life’s Cost of Dying report in 2023 also shows the average cost of dying is now an alarming £9,200. This huge number is what you could pay for your funeral, professional fees and all the associated send-off costs like a party or a wake!

With funeral costs much greater than many had anticipated once they had included flowers, the funeral director, vehicles and coffin. 

The average cost of even a basic funeral in 2022 was £3,953, according to Sun Life’s Report. That only covers fees for a cremation or a burial and the fees for the funeral director, a doctor and the minister or celebrant. And Sun Life believe these costs are only projected to rise.

But can you do something to avoid these high costs for your loved ones?

Yes absolutely.

The solution is simple...by planning ahead with a no fuss direct cremation.

Direct cremations have grown in popularity by a staggering 500% over a two-year period. So many Brits are now choosing this cheaper, no fuss option.

SunLife's 2023 Cost of Dying report shows that direct cremations went from 3% of all funerals to 18% in the period from 2019 to 2021. And it's only going one way.

The main reason why Golden Leaves direct cremation plans are becoming more popular is because they can often be a whole lot cheaper than a traditional funeral with a service – as much as up to 63% cheaper than a basic funeral!

Golden Leaves’ direct cremation plan costs from £1,450 so you could save on the average cost of a basic funeral which, as mentioned above, Sun Life puts at £3,953. So if you bought a Golden Leaves direct cremation plan and paid in full or in 12 month’s interest free instalments, that would work out as a 63% saving. How great is that?

Another reason behind this rise is due to Covid. Many people were advised (or should we say "forced") to opt for unattended funerals. Simpler, fuss-free cremations were already on the rise but the pandemic accelerated this.

Since this time, people's thoughts on a traditional funeral have changed with more and more opting for a no fuss direct cremation as it allows families to organise a more personal send-off without the additional cost and a traditional funeral service.

What is a no-fuss direct cremation plan?

Golden Leaves’ direct cremation plan is a cremation with no funeral service. It includes the cremation fees, the funeral director's fees and doctors' charges.

So there is no hearse or limousines, no expensive coffin, no viewing at the chapel of rest and no mourners. 

However, families can choose to have the ashes returned.

Is a direct cremation plan a good idea?

A Golden Leaves direct cremation plan is the perfect choice if you prefer a fuss-free, simple cremation at a fraction of the price of a basic funeral.

The price you pay is fixed and based on today’s prices, avoiding future inflation. Golden Leaves’ direct cremation plan is £1,450 if you pay in full or with 12 months’ interest free instalments so, based on Sun Life’s 2023 report, that’s up to £2,500 cheaper than an average basic funeral.  

Top 8 reasons for choosing no fuss simple cremation

1. Save money

2. Don't want family going through an upsetting service at a crematorium

3. Family dispute would make a funeral service difficult to attend

4. Don't believe in funerals

5. Prefer to leave money to family than spend it on funeral costs

6. Family would rather have a party than a funeral service

7. Family live abroad so unable to attend a funeral

8. Few people or no one to attend a funeral

Why a no fuss cremation is the best choice in 2023

Given the cost of living in 2023, it's even more important to lock in a cost and plan that won't increase in the future and meets all your needs. 

With a no fuss cremation in place, the cost of the cremation will be protected from any rising costs in the future.

The good news is the internet is helping a lot of people save money by connecting consumers directly with direct cremation providers.

To search for a direct cremation, simply follow these steps;

Step 1) Select your age

Step 2) On the next page, complete the 60 second questionnaire, and you'll get your free quote from to guide you through your options.

Golden Leaves Limited is a funeral plan provider and credit broker and is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Firm Reference Number 960923.