Funeral Costs in Derby 2026

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

10 Funeral Directors
£2,567 Avg Cremation
£1,695 Avg Burial

Derby Funeral Market Insights

🏢 Market Structure

Moderate choice

1 independent funeral directors
13 chain branches (93%)

Largest provider: Central England Co-operative (8 branches)

💰 Price Competition

Very competitive

Price range: £2,345 - £2,595

A £250 price spread (10.7% variation) suggests consistent pricing across providers

Excellent coverage: 14 of 14 local funeral directors verified (100%)

Average Funeral Costs in Derby

Attended Cremation

£2,567

Range: £2,345 - £2,595

Based on 9 funeral directors

Unattended Cremation

£1,695

Range: £1,695 - £1,695

Based on 1 funeral directors

Attended Burial

£1,695

Range: £1,695 - £1,695

Based on 1 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 Derby

Funeral Director Location Attended Cremation Unattended Cremation Attended Burial
Central Co-op Funeral, Allenton (Central England Co-operative) Derby £2,595 N/A N/A
Central Co-op Funeral, Allestree (Central England Co-operative) Derby £2,595 N/A N/A
Central Co-op Funeral, Chaddesden (Central England Co-operative) Derby £2,595 N/A N/A
Central Co-op Funeral, Littleover (Central England Co-operative) Derby £2,595 N/A N/A
Central Co-op Funeral, Mickleover (Central England Co-operative) Derby £2,595 N/A N/A
Central Co-op Funeral, Normanton (Central England Co-operative) Derby £2,595 N/A N/A
Central Co-op Funeral, Sinfin (Central England Co-operative) Derby £2,595 N/A N/A
Central Co-op Funeral, Spondon (Central England Co-operative) Derby £2,595 N/A N/A
G Wathall & Son, Derby (G Wathall & Son Ltd) Derby £2,345 N/A N/A
Harmony Asian Funeral Directors, Derby (Harmony Asian Funeral Directors) Derby N/A £1,695 £1,695

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 Derby?

Based on our analysis of 10 funeral directors in Derby, the average cost of an attended cremation funeral is £2,567. 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 Derby?

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 Derby?

Our database includes 10 funeral directors serving Derby 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 Derby?

When choosing a funeral director in Derby, 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 Derby.

How often are Derby funeral prices updated?

We update our funeral pricing data for Derby 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 Derby 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 Derby?

Funeral director fees range from £2,345 (lowest) to £2,595 (highest) based on 10 funeral directors in Derby. 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 Derby

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

Aston-upon-Trent Cemetery

Cemetery

Moor Lane, Ashton on Trent, Derby, DE72 2AT

Burial: £674

Casle Donington Cemetery

Cemetery

Barron Castle, Castle Donington, Derby, DE74 2PF

Burial: £259

Chellaston Cemetery

Cemetery

St Peter's Road, Chellaston, Derby, DE73 6UU

Burial: £800

Dale Hill Natural Burial Ground

Cemetery

Ockbrook, Derby, DE21 7BN

Burial: £550

Etwall (St Helen) Church Cemetery

Cemetery

Etwall, Derby, DE65 6LW

Burial: £674

Findern Cemetery

Cemetery

Piece Lane, Findern, Derby, DE65 6AF

Burial: £674

Markeaton Crematorium

Cemetery & Crematorium

Markeaton Lane, Derby, DE22 4NH

Burial: £840
Cremation (Attended): £922
Cremation (Unattended): £392

Marston Cemetery

Cemetery

Maston, Derby, DE65 5GB

Burial: £674

Mickleover (All Saints) Cemetery

Cemetery

Etwall Road, Mickleover, Derby, DE3 0DL

Burial: £800

Mickleover Cemetery

Cemetery

Mickleover, Derby, DE3 0DL

Burial: £800

Normanton Cemetery

Cemetery

Stenson road, Derby, DE23 1JG

Burial: £800

Nottingham Road Cemetery

Cemetery

Nottingham Road, Derby, DE21 6FN

Burial: £800

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💡 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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