Funeral Costs in Lewisham 2026

Independent, transparent pricing from 12 funeral directors in Lewisham, LONDON. Compare costs, understand your options, and make informed decisions.

12 Funeral Directors
£3,044 Avg Cremation
£1,621 Avg Burial

Lewisham Funeral Market Insights

🏢 Market Structure

Moderate choice

1 independent funeral directors
12 chain branches (92%)

Largest provider: Dignity Funerals Limited (6 branches)

💰 Price Competition

Wide pricing gap

Price range: £2,200 - £3,495

A £1,295 price spread (58.9% variation) suggests varied pricing across providers

Excellent coverage: 12 of 13 local funeral directors verified (92%)

Average Funeral Costs in Lewisham

Attended Cremation

£3,044

Range: £2,200 - £3,495

Based on 12 funeral directors

Unattended Cremation

£1,681

Range: £1,445 - £2,350

Based on 12 funeral directors

Attended Burial

£1,621

Range: £1,445 - £1,850

Based on 12 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 Lewisham

Funeral Director Location Attended Cremation Unattended Cremation Attended Burial
Co-op Funeralcare, Brockley (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Brockley £2,495 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Catford (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Catford £2,495 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Downham (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Downham £2,495 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Sydenham (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Sydenham £2,495 £1,445 £1,445
Francis Chappell & Sons, Belmont Hill (Dignity Funerals Limited) Lewisham £3,495 £1,645 £1,645
Francis Chappell & Sons, Belmont Hill (Dignity Funerals Limited) Lewisham £3,495 £1,645 £1,645
Francis Chappell & Sons, Catford (Dignity Funerals Limited) Catford £3,495 £1,645 £1,645
Francis Chappell & Sons, Catford (Dignity Funerals Limited) Catford £3,495 £1,645 £1,645
Francis Chappell & Sons, Sydenham (Dignity Funerals Limited) Sydenham £3,495 £1,745 £1,745
Francis Chappell & Sons, Sydenham (Dignity Funerals Limited) Sydenham £3,495 £1,745 £1,745
N. S. Wibberley, London (N. S. Wibberley) Catford £2,200 £2,350 £1,850
Poetic Endings London £3,375 £1,975 £1,750

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 Lewisham?

Based on our analysis of 12 funeral directors in Lewisham, the average cost of an attended cremation funeral is £3,044. 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 Lewisham?

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 Lewisham 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 Lewisham?

For attended cremation funerals in Lewisham, funeral director fees range from £2,200 (lowest) to £3,495 (highest) based on our analysis of 12 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 Lewisham?

Our database includes 12 funeral directors serving Lewisham 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 Lewisham?

When choosing a funeral director in Lewisham, 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 Lewisham.

How often are Lewisham funeral prices updated?

We update our funeral pricing data for Lewisham 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 Lewisham

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

Grove Park Cemetery

Cemetery

Lewisham, London, SE12 9PU

Burial: £2,296

Ladywell and Brockley Cemeteries

Cemetery

Lewisham, London, SE4 1HQ

Burial: £2,296

💡 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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