Funeral Costs in Blaby 2026

Independent, transparent pricing from 7 funeral directors in Blaby, EAST MIDLANDS. Compare costs, understand your options, and make informed decisions.

7 Funeral Directors
£2,569 Avg Cremation
£1,491 Avg Burial

Blaby Funeral Market Insights

🏢 Market Structure

Limited options

1 independent funeral directors
7 chain branches (88%)

Largest provider: Central England Co-operative (3 branches)

💰 Price Competition

Some variation

Price range: £2,070 - £2,940

A £870 price spread (42% variation) suggests varied pricing across providers

Good coverage: 7 of 8 local funeral directors verified (88%)

Average Funeral Costs in Blaby

Attended Cremation

£2,569

Range: £2,070 - £2,940

Based on 7 funeral directors

Unattended Cremation

£1,652

Range: £1,500 - £2,020

Based on 4 funeral directors

Attended Burial

£1,491

Range: £1,350 - £1,545

Based on 4 funeral directors

Note: Prices shown are for the funeral director's professional services only. Additional costs such as crematorium/burial fees (typically £800-£1,000) and flowers are not included.

Funeral Directors in Blaby

Funeral Director Location Attended Cremation Unattended Cremation Attended Burial
A E Grice funeral services (Central England Co-operative) Leicester £2,595 N/A N/A
Central Co-op Funeral, Countesthorpe (Central England Co-operative) Leicester £2,595 N/A N/A
Central Co-op Funeral, Glenfield (Central England Co-operative) Leicester £2,595 N/A N/A
Ginns & Gutteridge Funeral Directors, Littlethorpe (Dignity Funerals Limited) Leicester £2,595 £1,545 £1,545
Ginns & Gutteridge Funeral Directors, Littlethorpe (Dignity Funerals Limited) Leicester £2,595 £1,545 £1,545
Paul Pender & Son Leicester £2,070 £1,500 £1,350
Richard Ward Funeral Services Ltd, Enderby (Richard Ward Funeral Services Ltd) Leicester £2,940 £2,020 £1,525

All prices are published by funeral directors in compliance with CMA regulations. Last updated: April 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average cost of a funeral in Blaby?

Based on our analysis of 7 funeral directors in Blaby, the average cost of an attended cremation funeral is £2,569. This is the funeral director professional fee only and does not include crematorium fees, burial fees, or celebrant fees, which typically add £1,000-£3,000 to the total cost.

What's included in the funeral director fees shown for Blaby?

The prices shown are for funeral director professional services only. This typically includes: collection of the deceased, care of the deceased, provision of coffin, funeral arrangements meeting, hearse and bearers for the funeral service, and coordination with third parties. These are the fees charged by the funeral director for their services.

How many funeral directors are there in Blaby?

Our database includes 7 funeral directors serving Blaby with approved, CMA-regulated pricing. This gives bereaved families meaningful choice and the ability to compare costs and services. We only include funeral directors with published Standardised Price Lists to ensure transparency.

How do I choose a funeral director in Blaby?

When choosing a funeral director in Blaby, consider: (1) Price transparency - do they have a clear Standardised Price List? (2) Service reviews from previous families. (3) Location and availability. (4) Personal rapport - you should feel comfortable with them. (5) Always meet with them before committing and request a detailed written estimate.

What are CMA Standardised Price Lists?

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) requires all funeral directors to publish Standardised Price Lists showing their prices for common funeral services. This allows families to compare costs easily across different funeral directors. All prices on this page are sourced from these CMA-regulated price lists for funeral directors in Blaby.

How often are Blaby funeral prices updated?

We update our funeral pricing data for Blaby regularly from CMA Standardised Price Lists published by funeral directors. Prices shown are current as of February 2026. Funeral directors can update their prices at any time, so we recommend always requesting a written quotation before proceeding with arrangements.

What costs are NOT included in the Blaby funeral prices?

The prices shown do NOT include third-party costs (disbursements): Crematorium fee (typically £800-£1,000), Burial plot and interment fees (typically £1,500-£3,000), Medical Certificate of Cause of Death (MCCD) - free from GP/hospital doctor, Death certificates (£12.50 per certified copy from Death Registrar), Celebrant or religious minister fees (£200-£500+ depending on experience and location), Flowers, catering, memorial stones, newspaper notices, or additional vehicles.

What is the price range for funerals in Blaby?

Funeral director fees range from £2,070 (lowest) to £2,940 (highest) based on 7 funeral directors in Blaby. This variation is due to location and overheads, business model, and what's included in the price. A higher price doesn't necessarily mean better service, always compare what's included and read reviews to find the right funeral director for your family.

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