Funeral Costs in Maidstone 2026

Independent, transparent pricing from 11 funeral directors in Maidstone, SOUTH EAST. Compare costs, understand your options, and make informed decisions.

11 Funeral Directors
£2,835 Avg Cremation
£1,595 Avg Burial

Maidstone Funeral Market Insights

🏢 Market Structure

Moderate choice

1 independent funeral directors
10 chain branches (91%)

Largest provider: Dignity Funerals Limited (8 branches)

💰 Price Competition

Very competitive

Price range: £2,445 - £2,995

A £550 price spread (22.5% variation) suggests consistent pricing across providers

Excellent coverage: 11 of 11 local funeral directors verified (100%)

Average Funeral Costs in Maidstone

Attended Cremation

£2,835

Range: £2,445 - £2,995

Based on 11 funeral directors

Unattended Cremation

£1,623

Range: £1,445 - £1,745

Based on 11 funeral directors

Attended Burial

£1,595

Range: £1,300 - £1,745

Based on 11 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 Maidstone

Funeral Director Location Attended Cremation Unattended Cremation Attended Burial
Co-op Funeralcare, Coxheath (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Coxheath £2,445 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Maidstone (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Maidstone £2,445 £1,445 £1,445
Michael A Lawrence Funeral Directors, Maidstone (Dignity Funerals Limited) Maidstone £2,895 £1,645 £1,645
Michael A Lawrence Funeral Directors, Maidstone (Dignity Funerals Limited) Maidstone £2,895 £1,645 £1,645
Paul J Rowland Funeral Directors Limited Maidstone £2,730 £1,600 £1,300
Pickard & Beale Funeral Directors, Maidstone (Dignity Funerals Limited) Maidstone £2,895 £1,745 £1,745
Pickard & Beale Funeral Directors, Maidstone (Dignity Funerals Limited) Maidstone £2,895 £1,745 £1,745
Sears Funeral Directors, Barming (Dignity Funerals Limited) Barming £2,995 £1,745 £1,745
Sears Funeral Directors, Barming (Dignity Funerals Limited) Barming £2,995 £1,745 £1,745
W Naylar & Son Funeral Directors, Rochester (Dignity Funerals Limited) Rochester £2,995 £1,545 £1,545
W Naylar & Son Funeral Directors, Rochester (Dignity Funerals Limited) Rochester £2,995 £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 Maidstone?

Based on our analysis of 11 funeral directors in Maidstone, the average cost of an attended cremation funeral is £2,835. 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 Maidstone?

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 Maidstone 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 Maidstone?

For attended cremation funerals in Maidstone, funeral director fees range from £2,445 (lowest) to £2,995 (highest) based on our analysis of 11 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 Maidstone?

Our database includes 11 funeral directors serving Maidstone 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 Maidstone?

When choosing a funeral director in Maidstone, 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 Maidstone.

How often are Maidstone funeral prices updated?

We update our funeral pricing data for Maidstone 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 Maidstone

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

Maidstone Cemetery

Maidstone, Kent, ME15 9AF

Vinters Park Crematorium

Crematorium

Bearsted Road, Maidstone, ME14 5LG, United Kingdom

Cremation (Attended): £747
Cremation (Unattended): £417

💡 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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