Independent, transparent pricing from 5 funeral directors in South Derbyshire, EAST MIDLANDS. Compare costs, understand your options, and make informed decisions.
Limited options
0 independent funeral directors
5 chain branches (100%)
Largest provider: Dignity Funerals Limited (2 branches)
Very competitive
Price range: £2,495 - £2,800
A £305 price spread (12.2% variation) suggests consistent pricing across providers
✓ Excellent coverage: 5 of 5 local funeral directors verified (100%)
Range: £2,495 - £2,800
Based on 5 funeral directors
Range: £1,365 - £1,545
Based on 3 funeral directors
Range: £1,365 - £1,545
Based on 3 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 Director | Location | Attended Cremation | Unattended Cremation | Attended Burial |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| F M & J Wait Funeral Directors, Swadlincote (Dignity Funerals Limited) | Swadlincote | £2,495 | £1,545 | £1,545 |
| F M & J Wait Funeral Directors, Swadlincote (Dignity Funerals Limited) | Swadlincote | £2,495 | £1,545 | £1,545 |
| J H Grice Funeral Service (Central England Co-operative) | Derby | £2,595 | N/A | N/A |
| J P Springhorpe & Co Funeral Directors, Melbourne (J P Springhorpe & Co Funeral Directors) | N/A | £2,800 | £1,365 | £1,365 |
| Ward & Brewin Funeral Service (Central England Co-operative) | Swadlinecote | £2,595 | N/A | N/A |
All prices are published by funeral directors in compliance with CMA regulations. Last updated: February 2026.
Based on our analysis of 5 funeral directors in South Derbyshire, the average cost of an attended cremation funeral is £2,596. 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.
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.
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.
For attended cremation funerals in South Derbyshire, funeral director fees range from £2,495 (lowest) to £2,800 (highest) based on our analysis of 5 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.
Our database includes 5 funeral directors serving South Derbyshire 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.
When choosing a funeral director in South Derbyshire, 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.
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 South Derbyshire.
We update our funeral pricing data for South Derbyshire 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.
Our compassionate team can help you compare quotes, understand your options, and find the right funeral director for your needs.
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