Funeral Costs in Charnwood 2026

Independent, transparent pricing from 10 funeral directors in Charnwood, EAST MIDLANDS. Compare costs, understand your options, and make informed decisions.

10 Funeral Directors
£2,522 Avg Cremation
£1,512 Avg Burial

Charnwood Funeral Market Insights

🏢 Market Structure

Limited options

1 independent funeral directors
9 chain branches (90%)

Largest provider: Dignity Funerals Limited (4 branches)

💰 Price Competition

Very competitive

Price range: £2,165 - £2,595

A £430 price spread (19.9% variation) suggests consistent pricing across providers

Excellent coverage: 10 of 10 local funeral directors verified (100%)

Average Funeral Costs in Charnwood

Attended Cremation

£2,522

Range: £2,165 - £2,595

Based on 10 funeral directors

Unattended Cremation

£1,554

Range: £1,445 - £1,645

Based on 6 funeral directors

Attended Burial

£1,512

Range: £1,250 - £1,645

Based on 6 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 Charnwood

Funeral Director Location Attended Cremation Unattended Cremation Attended Burial
Anstey & District Funeral Service Ltd Leicester £2,165 £1,500 £1,250
Central Co-op Funeral, Birstall (Central England Co-operative) Birstall £2,595 N/A N/A
Central Co-op Funeral, Shepshed (Central England Co-operative) Loughborough £2,595 N/A N/A
Central Co-op Funeral, Syston (Central England Co-operative) Syston £2,595 N/A N/A
Co-op Funeralcare, Loughborough (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Loughborough £2,300 £1,445 £1,445
Ginns & Gutteridge Funeral Directors, Loughborough (Dignity Funerals Limited) Loughborough £2,595 £1,645 £1,645
Ginns & Gutteridge Funeral Directors, Loughborough (Dignity Funerals Limited) Loughborough £2,595 £1,645 £1,645
Ginns & Gutteridge Funeral Directors, Sileby (Dignity Funerals Limited) Loughborough £2,595 £1,545 £1,545
Ginns & Gutteridge Funeral Directors, Sileby (Dignity Funerals Limited) Loughborough £2,595 £1,545 £1,545
Swanns Funeral Service, Loughborough (Central England Co-operative) Loughborough £2,595 N/A N/A

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average cost of a funeral in Charnwood?

Based on our analysis of 10 funeral directors in Charnwood, the average cost of an attended cremation funeral is £2,522. This is the funeral director professional fee only and does not include crematorium fees, burial fees, doctor's 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 Charnwood?

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.

What costs are NOT included in the Charnwood 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), Doctor's fees for cremation certificates (£164), Celebrant or religious minister fees (£150-£300), Flowers, catering, memorial stones, newspaper notices, or additional vehicles.

What is the price range for funerals in Charnwood?

For attended cremation funerals in Charnwood, funeral director fees range from £2,165 (lowest) to £2,595 (highest) based on our analysis of 10 funeral directors. The wide range reflects differences in service levels, coffin quality, and included extras. Always request a detailed price breakdown to understand what each funeral director includes.

How many funeral directors are there in Charnwood?

Our database includes 10 funeral directors serving Charnwood 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 Charnwood?

When choosing a funeral director in Charnwood, 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) Professional accreditation (NAFD, SAIF, or independent). 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 Charnwood.

How often are Charnwood funeral prices updated?

We update our funeral pricing data for Charnwood 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.

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