Funeral Costs in Cardiff 2026

Independent, transparent pricing from 9 funeral directors in Cardiff, Wales. Compare costs, understand your options, and make informed decisions.

9 Funeral Directors
£2,681 Avg Cremation
£1,584 Avg Burial

Cardiff Funeral Market Insights

🏢 Market Structure

Limited options

1 independent funeral directors
8 chain branches (89%)

Largest provider: Dignity Funerals Limited (4 branches)

💰 Price Competition

Wide pricing gap

Price range: £1,950 - £3,695

A £1,745 price spread (89.5% variation) suggests varied pricing across providers

Excellent coverage: 9 of 9 local funeral directors verified (100%)

Average Funeral Costs in Cardiff

Attended Cremation

£2,681

Range: £1,950 - £3,695

Based on 9 funeral directors

Unattended Cremation

£1,572

Range: £1,190 - £2,445

Based on 9 funeral directors

Attended Burial

£1,584

Range: £1,445 - £1,995

Based on 9 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 Cardiff

Funeral Director Location Attended Cremation Unattended Cremation Attended Burial
Adams & Young Funeral Directors Cardiff £1,950 £1,190 £1,750
Co-op Funeralcare, Ely (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Ely £2,300 £1,445 £1,445
D Caesar Jones Funeral Directors, Rhiwbina (Dignity Funerals Limited) Cardiff £2,895 £1,545 £1,545
D Caesar Jones Funeral Directors, Rhiwbina (Dignity Funerals Limited) Cardiff £2,895 £1,545 £1,545
D J Evans Forse & Co Funeral Directors, Whitchurch (Dignity Funerals Limited) Cardiff £2,895 £1,545 £1,545
D J Evans Forse & Co Funeral Directors, Whitchurch (Dignity Funerals Limited) Cardiff £2,895 £1,545 £1,545
James Summers Funeralcare, Roath Court (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Cardiff £2,300 £1,445 £1,445
James Summers Funeralcare, Whitchurch (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Whitchurch £2,300 £1,445 £1,445
Pidgeons The Cardiff Funeral Directors (Beverley Funerals) Cardiff £3,695 £2,445 £1,995

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 Cardiff?

Based on our analysis of 9 funeral directors in Cardiff, the average cost of an attended cremation funeral is £2,681. 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 Cardiff?

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 Cardiff?

Our database includes 9 funeral directors serving Cardiff 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 Cardiff?

When choosing a funeral director in Cardiff, 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 Cardiff.

How often are Cardiff funeral prices updated?

We update our funeral pricing data for Cardiff 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 Cardiff 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 Cardiff?

Funeral director fees range from £1,950 (lowest) to £3,695 (highest) based on 9 funeral directors in Cardiff. 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.

Cemeteries & Crematoria in Cardiff

These are the cemetery and crematorium fees in addition to funeral director costs. Total funeral cost = Funeral Director + Facility Fee.

Cardiff Natural Burial Meadow

Cemetery

St Nicolas, Cardiff, CF5 6SG

Burial: £850

Cathays Cemetery

Cemetery

Cardiff, CF24 4PY

Burial: £1,040

Llandaff Cemetery

Cemetery

Cardiff, CF5 2ED

Burial: £1,040

Llanishen Cemetery

Cemetery

Cardiff, CF14 5UX

Burial: £1,040

Northern Cemetery Cardiff

Cemetery

Rhiwbina, Cardiff, CF14 9UB

Burial: £1,040

Pantmawr Cemetery

Cemetery

Cardiff, CF14 7TD

Burial: £1,040

St. John’s, Radyr Cemetery

Cemetery

Cardiff, CF5 2SH

Burial: £1,040

Thornhill Cemetery

Cemetery

Cardiff, CF14 6RG

Burial: £1,040

Thornhill Crematorium

Crematorium

Thornhill Road, Rhiwbina, Cardiff, CF14 9UA

Cremation (Attended): £870
Cremation (Unattended): £450

Western Cemetery

Cemetery

Cardiff, CF5 5TG

Burial: £1,040

💡 Understanding Total Funeral Costs

The total cost of a funeral includes both the funeral director's fee (shown above) and the cemetery or crematorium fee. For example, if a funeral director charges £2,500 and a crematorium charges £850, the total cost would be £3,350.

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