Funeral Costs in Oxford 2026

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

11 Funeral Directors
£2,314 Avg Cremation
£1,259 Avg Burial

Oxford Funeral Market Insights

🏢 Market Structure

Moderate choice

3 independent funeral directors
10 chain branches (77%)

Largest provider: Dignity Funerals Limited (4 branches)

💰 Price Competition

Some variation

Price range: £1,975 - £2,810

A £835 price spread (42.3% variation) suggests varied pricing across providers

Good coverage: 11 of 13 local funeral directors verified (85%)

Average Funeral Costs in Oxford

Attended Cremation

£2,314

Range: £1,975 - £2,810

Based on 11 funeral directors

Unattended Cremation

£1,642

Range: £1,494 - £1,900

Based on 8 funeral directors

Attended Burial

£1,259

Range: £995 - £1,545

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 Oxford

Funeral Director Location Attended Cremation Unattended Cremation Attended Burial
C.S.Boswell Independent Funeral Services, Summertown (C.S.Boswell Independent Funeral Services) Summertown £1,975 £1,494 £995
D L Hancock Limited Oxon £2,195 £1,869 £1,051
D L Hancock Limited, Oxford (D L Hancock Limited) Headington £2,195 £1,900 £1,051
Oliver & James Funeral Directors, Headington (Dignity Funerals Limited) Headington £2,495 £1,545 £1,545
Oliver & James Funeral Directors, Headington (Dignity Funerals Limited) Headington £2,495 £1,545 £1,545
Oliver & James Funeral Directors, Rose Hill (Dignity Funerals Limited) Rose Hill £2,495 £1,545 £1,545
Oliver & James Funeral Directors, Rose Hill (Dignity Funerals Limited) Rose Hill £2,495 £1,545 £1,545
Sandra Homewood Funerals Marston £2,100 N/A £1,125
Sandra Homewood Funerals, Headington (Sandra Homewood Funerals) Headington £2,100 N/A £1,125
Sandra Homewood Funerals, Marston (Sandra Homewood Funerals) Marston £2,100 N/A £1,125
The Individual Funeral Company Iffley £2,810 £1,695 £1,200

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 Oxford?

Based on our analysis of 11 funeral directors in Oxford, the average cost of an attended cremation funeral is £2,314. 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 Oxford?

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 Oxford 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 Oxford?

For attended cremation funerals in Oxford, funeral director fees range from £1,975 (lowest) to £2,810 (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 Oxford?

Our database includes 11 funeral directors serving Oxford 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 Oxford?

When choosing a funeral director in Oxford, 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 Oxford.

How often are Oxford funeral prices updated?

We update our funeral pricing data for Oxford 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 Oxford

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

Oxford Crematorium

Crematorium

Bayswater Road, Headington, Oxford, OX3 9RZ

Cremation (Attended): £1,290
Cremation (Unattended): £550

💡 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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