Funeral Costs in Plymouth 2026

Independent, transparent pricing from 9 funeral directors in Plymouth, SOUTH WEST. Compare costs, understand your options, and make informed decisions.

9 Funeral Directors
£2,266 Avg Cremation
£1,495 Avg Burial

Plymouth Funeral Market Insights

🏢 Market Structure

Limited options

1 independent funeral directors
8 chain branches (89%)

Largest provider: The Co-operative Funeralcare (6 branches)

💰 Price Competition

Wide pricing gap

Price range: £1,103 - £2,595

A £1,492 price spread (135.3% variation) suggests varied pricing across providers

Excellent coverage: 9 of 9 local funeral directors verified (100%)

Average Funeral Costs in Plymouth

Attended Cremation

£2,266

Range: £1,103 - £2,595

Based on 9 funeral directors

Unattended Cremation

£1,529

Range: £1,445 - £1,800

Based on 9 funeral directors

Attended Burial

£1,495

Range: £1,445 - £1,645

Based on 8 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 Plymouth

Funeral Director Location Attended Cremation Unattended Cremation Attended Burial
Co-op Funeralcare, Crownhill (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Plymouth £2,350 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Devonport (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Plymouth £2,350 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Exeter Street, Plymouth (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Plymouth £2,350 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Plympton (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Plympton £2,350 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Plymstock (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Plymouth £2,350 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, St Budeaux (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Plymouth £2,350 £1,445 £1,445
Earl of Plymouth Funeral Directors, Plymouth (Dignity Funerals Limited) Plymouth £2,595 £1,645 £1,645
Earl of Plymouth Funeral Directors, Plymouth (Dignity Funerals Limited) Plymouth £2,595 £1,645 £1,645
Plymouth and District Funeral Services Plymstock £1,103 £1,800 N/A

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 Plymouth?

Based on our analysis of 9 funeral directors in Plymouth, the average cost of an attended cremation funeral is £2,266. 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 Plymouth?

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 Plymouth 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 Plymouth?

For attended cremation funerals in Plymouth, funeral director fees range from £1,103 (lowest) to £2,595 (highest) based on our analysis of 9 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 Plymouth?

Our database includes 9 funeral directors serving Plymouth 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 Plymouth?

When choosing a funeral director in Plymouth, 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 Plymouth.

How often are Plymouth funeral prices updated?

We update our funeral pricing data for Plymouth 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 Plymouth

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

Drake Memorial Park

Plymouth, PL7 1UQ

Longcause Cemetery

Cemetery

Plymouth, Devon, PL

Burial: £1,420

Plymouth Efford Crematorium

Crematorium

Efford Road, Plymouth

Cremation (Attended): £1,075
Cremation (Unattended): £550

Plymouth Weston Mill

Crematorium

Ferndale Road, Plymouth

Cremation (Attended): £1,075
Cremation (Unattended): £550

Ridge Cross Cemetery

Cemetery

Plymouth, Devon, PL

Burial: £1,420

💡 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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