Funeral Costs in Lincoln 2026

Independent, transparent pricing from 2 funeral directors in Lincoln, EAST MIDLANDS. Compare costs, understand your options, and make informed decisions.

2 Funeral Directors
£2,495 Avg Cremation
£1,545 Avg Burial

Lincoln Funeral Market Insights

🏢 Market Structure

Limited options

0 independent funeral directors
2 chain branches (100%)

Largest provider: Dignity Funerals Limited (2 branches)

💰 Price Competition

Very competitive

Price range: £2,495 - £2,495

A £0 price spread (0% variation) suggests consistent pricing across providers

Excellent coverage: 2 of 2 local funeral directors verified (100%)

Average Funeral Costs in Lincoln

Attended Cremation

£2,495

Range: £2,495 - £2,495

Based on 2 funeral directors

Unattended Cremation

£1,545

Range: £1,545 - £1,545

Based on 2 funeral directors

Attended Burial

£1,545

Range: £1,545 - £1,545

Based on 2 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 Lincoln

Funeral Director Location Attended Cremation Unattended Cremation Attended Burial
Priestley & Cockett Funeral Directors, Lincoln (Dignity Funerals Limited) Lincoln £2,495 £1,545 £1,545
Priestley & Cockett Funeral Directors, Lincoln (Dignity Funerals Limited) Lincoln £2,495 £1,545 £1,545

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 Lincoln?

Based on our analysis of 2 funeral directors in Lincoln, the average cost of an attended cremation funeral is £2,495. 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 Lincoln?

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 Lincoln 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 Lincoln?

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

Our database includes 2 funeral directors serving Lincoln 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 Lincoln?

When choosing a funeral director in Lincoln, 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 Lincoln.

How often are Lincoln funeral prices updated?

We update our funeral pricing data for Lincoln 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 Lincoln

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

Canwick Road cemetery

Cemetery

Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN5 8EX

Burial: £1,310

Canwick Road Old Cemetery

Cemetery

Canwick Road, Lincoln, LN4 1EE

Burial: £640

Eastgate Cemetery

Cemetery

Langworthgate, Lincoln, LN2 4AD

Burial: £640

Eastgate cemetery

Cemetery

Eastgate, Lincoln, LN2 4AA

Burial: £1,310

Lincoln Crematorium

Crematorium

Washingtonborough Road, Lincoln, LN4 1EF

Cremation (Attended): £990
Cremation (Unattended): £650

Long Leys cemetery

Cemetery

Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN1 1EQ

Burial: £1,310

Long Leys Road Cemetery

Cemetery

Long Leys Road, Lincoln, LN1 1EQ

Burial: £735

Newport Cemetery

Cemetery

St John's Road, Lincoln , LN1 3DP

Burial: £640

St Swithin's Cemetery

Cemetery

Canwick Road, Lincoln, LN5 8ET

Burial: £640

St Swithin's cemetery

Cemetery

Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN4 1EF

Burial: £1,310

💡 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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