Funeral Costs in Newcastle upon Tyne 2026

Independent, transparent pricing from 16 funeral directors in Newcastle upon Tyne, NORTH EAST. Compare costs, understand your options, and make informed decisions.

16 Funeral Directors
£2,235 Avg Cremation
£1,466 Avg Burial

Newcastle upon Tyne Funeral Market Insights

🏢 Market Structure

Moderate choice

2 independent funeral directors
14 chain branches (88%)

Largest provider: Dignity Funerals Limited (6 branches)

💰 Price Competition

Wide pricing gap

Price range: £1,310 - £2,595

A £1,285 price spread (98.1% variation) suggests varied pricing across providers

Excellent coverage: 16 of 16 local funeral directors verified (100%)

Average Funeral Costs in Newcastle upon Tyne

Attended Cremation

£2,235

Range: £1,310 - £2,595

Based on 16 funeral directors

Unattended Cremation

£1,553

Range: £1,445 - £1,650

Based on 13 funeral directors

Attended Burial

£1,466

Range: £990 - £1,950

Based on 16 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 Newcastle upon Tyne

Funeral Director Location Attended Cremation Unattended Cremation Attended Burial
Co-op Funeralcare, Byker (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Byker £2,300 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Gosforth (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Gosforth £2,300 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, High Heaton (The Co-operative Funeralcare) High Heaton £2,300 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Newcastle (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Newcastle £2,300 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Throckley (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Throckley £2,300 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Westerhope (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Westerhope £2,300 £1,445 £1,445
John Bardgett & Sons Funeral Directors, Newcastle (Dignity Funerals Limited) Newcastle Upon Tyne £2,595 £1,645 £1,645
John Bardgett & Sons Funeral Directors, Newcastle (Dignity Funerals Limited) Newcastle Upon Tyne £2,595 £1,645 £1,645
Kenton Lane Funeral Service (Newcastle Family Funeral Directors) Newcastle £1,695 N/A £990
Newcastle Family Funeral Directors Newcastle £1,695 N/A £990
Newcastle Parkside Funeral Service (Newcastle Family Funeral Directors) Newcastle £1,695 N/A £990
Richard Bird Funeral Services Newcastle upon Tyne £1,310 £1,650 £1,950
W.S. Harrison Funeral Directors, Gosforth (Dignity Funerals Limited) Newcastle Upon Tyne £2,595 £1,645 £1,645
W.S. Harrison Funeral Directors, Newcastle (Dignity Funerals Limited) Newcastle Upon Tyne £2,595 £1,645 £1,645
W.S. Harrison Funeral Directors, Newcastle (Dignity Funerals Limited) Newcastle Upon Tyne £2,595 £1,645 £1,645
W.S. Harrison Funeral Directors, Westerhope (Dignity Funerals Limited) Newcastle Upon Tyne £2,595 £1,645 £1,645

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 Newcastle upon Tyne?

Based on our analysis of 16 funeral directors in Newcastle upon Tyne, the average cost of an attended cremation funeral is £2,235. 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 Newcastle upon Tyne?

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 Newcastle upon Tyne 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 Newcastle upon Tyne?

For attended cremation funerals in Newcastle upon Tyne, funeral director fees range from £1,310 (lowest) to £2,595 (highest) based on our analysis of 16 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 Newcastle upon Tyne?

Our database includes 16 funeral directors serving Newcastle upon Tyne 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 Newcastle upon Tyne?

When choosing a funeral director in Newcastle upon Tyne, 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 Newcastle upon Tyne.

How often are Newcastle upon Tyne funeral prices updated?

We update our funeral pricing data for Newcastle upon Tyne 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 Newcastle upon Tyne

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

All Saints Cemetery

Cemetery

Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE2 1NL

Burial: £1,118

Benton cemetery

Cemetery

Forest Hill, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE12 8EY

Burial: £994

Elswick / St Johns Cemetery

Cemetery

Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE4 7TE

Burial: £1,075

Heaton Cemetery

Cemetery

Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE7 7DS

Burial: £1,075

Jesmond Old Cemetery

Cemetery

Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE2 1NL

Burial: £1,075

Lemington Cemetery

Cemetery

Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE15 7JS

Burial: £1,075

North Gosforth Cemetery

Cemetery

Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE13 7AS

Burial: £1,075

St Andrews Cemetery

Cemetery

Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE2 3BU

Burial: £1,075

St Nicholas Cemetery

Cemetery

Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE4 9AP

Burial: £1,075

West Road Crematorium

Cemetery & Crematorium

West Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE5 2JL, United Kingdom

Burial: £1,075
Cremation (Attended): £995
Cremation (Unattended): £618

💡 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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