Funeral Costs in Croydon 2026

Independent, transparent pricing from 10 funeral directors in Croydon, LONDON. Compare costs, understand your options, and make informed decisions.

10 Funeral Directors
£2,734 Avg Cremation
£1,416 Avg Burial

Croydon Funeral Market Insights

🏢 Market Structure

Moderate choice

2 independent funeral directors
13 chain branches (87%)

Largest provider: The Co-operative Funeralcare (5 branches)

💰 Price Competition

Wide pricing gap

Price range: £1,665 - £3,895

A £2,230 price spread (133.9% variation) suggests varied pricing across providers

Developing coverage: 10 of 15 local funeral directors verified (67%)

Average Funeral Costs in Croydon

Attended Cremation

£2,734

Range: £1,665 - £3,895

Based on 10 funeral directors

Unattended Cremation

£1,492

Range: £965 - £1,995

Based on 10 funeral directors

Attended Burial

£1,416

Range: £547 - £1,700

Based on 10 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 Croydon

Funeral Director Location Attended Cremation Unattended Cremation Attended Burial
A & J Morriss & Sons Croydon £1,665 £965 £547
Co-op Funeralcare, Croydon (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Croydon £2,495 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, New Addington (The Co-operative Funeralcare) New Addington £2,495 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, South Croydon (The Co-operative Funeralcare) South Croydon £2,495 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Thornton Heath (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Thornton Heath £2,495 £1,445 £1,445
Ebbutt Funeral Directors, Sanderstead (Dignity Funerals Limited) South Croydon £3,595 £1,645 £1,645
Ebbutt Funeral Directors, Sanderstead (Dignity Funerals Limited) South Croydon £3,595 £1,645 £1,645
Funeral Directors, Purley (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Purley £2,495 £1,445 £1,445
Pinks Funeral Directors, Caterham (Funeral Partners Limited) Surrey £3,895 £1,995 £1,700
Rowland Brothers Croydon £2,110 £1,450 £1,400

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 Croydon?

Based on our analysis of 10 funeral directors in Croydon, the average cost of an attended cremation funeral is £2,734. 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 Croydon?

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 Croydon 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 Croydon?

For attended cremation funerals in Croydon, funeral director fees range from £1,665 (lowest) to £3,895 (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 Croydon?

Our database includes 10 funeral directors serving Croydon 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 Croydon?

When choosing a funeral director in Croydon, 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 Croydon.

How often are Croydon funeral prices updated?

We update our funeral pricing data for Croydon 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.

Cemeteries & Crematoria in Croydon

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

Croydon Crematorium

Crematorium

Mitcham Road, Croydon, CR9 3AT

Cremation (Attended): £1,032
Cremation (Unattended): £797

Greenlawn Memorial Park

Cemetery

Croydon, South London, CR6 9EQ

Burial: £1,307

Mitcham Road Cemetery

Cemetery

Croydon, South London, CR9 3AT

Burial: £1,307

Queen's Road Cemetery

Cemetery

Croydon, South London, CR0 2PR

Burial: £1,307

💡 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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