Funeral Costs in South Staffordshire 2026

Independent, transparent pricing from 8 funeral directors in South Staffordshire, WEST MIDLANDS. Compare costs, understand your options, and make informed decisions.

8 Funeral Directors
£2,539 Avg Cremation
£1,669 Avg Burial

South Staffordshire Funeral Market Insights

🏢 Market Structure

Moderate choice

2 independent funeral directors
15 chain branches (88%)

Largest provider: A J Sellman Family Funeral Directors (6 branches)

💰 Price Competition

Very competitive

Price range: £2,250 - £2,695

A £445 price spread (19.8% variation) suggests consistent pricing across providers

Developing coverage: 8 of 17 local funeral directors verified (47%)

Average Funeral Costs in South Staffordshire

Attended Cremation

£2,539

Range: £2,250 - £2,695

Based on 8 funeral directors

Unattended Cremation

£1,708

Range: £1,545 - £1,993

Based on 8 funeral directors

Attended Burial

£1,669

Range: £1,295 - £2,090

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 South Staffordshire

Funeral Director Location Attended Cremation Unattended Cremation Attended Burial
A J Sellman Family Funeral Directors Cannock £2,555 £1,550 £1,295
A J Sellman Family Funeral Directors, Cannock (A J Sellman Family Funeral Directors) Cannock £2,475 £1,550 £1,295
Jennings Funeral Directors, Codsall (Dignity Funerals Limited) Wolverhampton £2,695 £1,545 £1,545
Jennings Funeral Directors, Codsall (Dignity Funerals Limited) Wolverhampton £2,695 £1,545 £1,545
Jennings Funeral Directors, Wombourne (Dignity Funerals Limited) Wolverhampton £2,695 £1,745 £1,745
Jennings Funeral Directors, Wombourne (Dignity Funerals Limited) Wolverhampton £2,695 £1,745 £1,745
Wombourne Funeral Services Wombourne £2,250 £1,993 £2,090
Wombourne Funeral Services, Common Road (Wombourne Funeral Services) Wombourne £2,250 £1,993 £2,090

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 South Staffordshire?

Based on our analysis of 8 funeral directors in South Staffordshire, the average cost of an attended cremation funeral is £2,539. 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 South Staffordshire?

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 South Staffordshire 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 South Staffordshire?

For attended cremation funerals in South Staffordshire, funeral director fees range from £2,250 (lowest) to £2,695 (highest) based on our analysis of 8 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 South Staffordshire?

Our database includes 8 funeral directors serving South Staffordshire 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 South Staffordshire?

When choosing a funeral director in South Staffordshire, 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 South Staffordshire.

How often are South Staffordshire funeral prices updated?

We update our funeral pricing data for South Staffordshire 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.

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