Funeral Costs in Rotherham 2026

Independent, transparent pricing from 14 funeral directors in Rotherham, YORKSHIRE AND THE HUMBER. Compare costs, understand your options, and make informed decisions.

14 Funeral Directors
£2,494 Avg Cremation
£1,243 Avg Burial

Rotherham Funeral Market Insights

🏢 Market Structure

High competition

4 independent funeral directors
18 chain branches (82%)

Largest provider: The Co-operative Funeralcare (4 branches)

💰 Price Competition

Some variation

Price range: £2,225 - £3,240

A £1,015 price spread (45.6% variation) suggests varied pricing across providers

Developing coverage: 14 of 22 local funeral directors verified (64%)

Average Funeral Costs in Rotherham

Attended Cremation

£2,494

Range: £2,225 - £3,240

Based on 14 funeral directors

Unattended Cremation

£1,500

Range: £1,200 - £1,995

Based on 14 funeral directors

Attended Burial

£1,243

Range: £790 - £1,700

Based on 14 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 Rotherham

Funeral Director Location Attended Cremation Unattended Cremation Attended Burial
Bartholomew & Sons Funeral Directors Rotherham £2,605 £1,355 £995
Butterfields Funeral Directors, Kimberworth (Butterfields Funeral Directors) Rotherham £2,400 £1,200 £790
Co-op Funeralcare, Greasbrough (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Greasbrough £2,350 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Kiveton (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Kiveton Park £2,250 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Rotherham (The Co-operative Funeralcare) N/A £2,350 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Wickersley (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Wickersley £2,350 £1,445 £1,445
Frederick Butcher & Son Sheffield £2,290 £1,450 £850
Frederick Butcher & Son, Dinnington (Frederick Butcher & Son) Sheffield £2,240 £1,450 £838
J Parkinson & Sons Funeral Directors Rotherham £2,740 £1,695 £1,295
J Parkinson & Sons Funeral Directors, Westgate (J Parkinson & Sons Funeral Directors) Rotherham £2,490 £1,495 £1,195
JH Clark and Son Rawmarsh £2,225 £1,495 £875
Newsome's, Wath Upon Dearne (Dignity Funerals Limited) Rotherham £2,695 £1,545 £1,545
Newsome's, Wath Upon Dearne (Dignity Funerals Limited) Rotherham £2,695 £1,545 £1,545
Turners Funeral Service, Bramley (Funeral Partners Limited) Rotherham £3,240 £1,995 £1,700

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 Rotherham?

Based on our analysis of 14 funeral directors in Rotherham, the average cost of an attended cremation funeral is £2,494. 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 Rotherham?

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 Rotherham 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 Rotherham?

For attended cremation funerals in Rotherham, funeral director fees range from £2,225 (lowest) to £3,240 (highest) based on our analysis of 14 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 Rotherham?

Our database includes 14 funeral directors serving Rotherham 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 Rotherham?

When choosing a funeral director in Rotherham, 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 Rotherham.

How often are Rotherham funeral prices updated?

We update our funeral pricing data for Rotherham 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 Rotherham

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

Greasbrough Cemetery

Greasbrough, Rotherham, S61 4JH

Maltby Cemetery

Maltby, Rotherham, S66 2BA

Masborough Cemetery

Rotherham, Rotherham, S61 1DP

Moorgate Cemetery

Moorgate, Rotherham, S60 2BA

Rawmarsh Greasbrough Lane Cemetery

Rawmarsh, Rotherham, S60 1RD

Rawmarsh Haugh Road Cemetery

Rawmarsh, Rotherham, S62 7AN

Rawmarsh High Street Cemetery

Rawmarsh, Rotherham, S62 6LN

Rotherham Crematorium

Crematorium

Ridgeway, East Herringthorpe, Rotherham, S65 3NN

Cremation (Attended): £999
Cremation (Unattended): £534

Wath Cemetery

Wath on Dearne, Rotherham, S63 7SH

💡 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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