Funeral Costs in Rochdale 2026

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

9 Funeral Directors
£2,546 Avg Cremation
£1,468 Avg Burial

Rochdale Funeral Market Insights

🏢 Market Structure

Limited options

0 independent funeral directors
9 chain branches (100%)

Largest provider: Dignity Funerals Limited (4 branches)

💰 Price Competition

Very competitive

Price range: £2,350 - £2,795

A £445 price spread (18.9% variation) suggests consistent pricing across providers

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

Average Funeral Costs in Rochdale

Attended Cremation

£2,546

Range: £2,350 - £2,795

Based on 9 funeral directors

Unattended Cremation

£1,501

Range: £1,445 - £1,545

Based on 9 funeral directors

Attended Burial

£1,468

Range: £1,250 - £1,545

Based on 9 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 Rochdale

Funeral Director Location Attended Cremation Unattended Cremation Attended Burial
Co-op Funeralcare, Edenfield Road Rochdale (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Rochdale, £2,350 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Rochdale (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Rochdale £2,350 £1,445 £1,445
Kavanagh and Coates Funeral Services (Funeral Partners Limited) Heywood £2,535 £1,545 £1,250
Kilpatricks Funeralcare, Littleborough (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Littleborough £2,350 £1,445 £1,445
Middleton Funeralcare (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Manchester £2,350 £1,445 £1,445
S Wellens & Sons, Middleton (Dignity Funerals Limited) Middleton £2,695 £1,545 £1,545
S Wellens & Sons, Middleton (Dignity Funerals Limited) Middleton £2,695 £1,545 £1,545
Spotland Bridge Funeral Directors (Dignity Funerals Limited) Rochdale £2,795 £1,545 £1,545
Spotland Bridge Funeral Directors (Dignity Funerals Limited) Rochdale £2,795 £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 Rochdale?

Based on our analysis of 9 funeral directors in Rochdale, the average cost of an attended cremation funeral is £2,546. 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 Rochdale?

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 Rochdale 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 Rochdale?

For attended cremation funerals in Rochdale, funeral director fees range from £2,350 (lowest) to £2,795 (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 Rochdale?

Our database includes 9 funeral directors serving Rochdale 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 Rochdale?

When choosing a funeral director in Rochdale, 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 Rochdale.

How often are Rochdale funeral prices updated?

We update our funeral pricing data for Rochdale 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 Rochdale

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

Denehurst Cemetery

Cemetery

163 Sandy Lane, Rochdale, OL11 5DY

Burial: £988

Middleton old cemetery

Middleton, Rochdale, M24 6DJ

Rochdale Cemetery & Crematorium

Cemetery & Crematorium

Bury Road, Rochdale, OL11 4DG

Burial: £988
Cremation (Attended): £823
Cremation (Unattended): £495

💡 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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