Funeral Costs in South Tyneside 2026

Independent, transparent pricing from 17 funeral directors in South Tyneside, NORTH EAST. Compare costs, understand your options, and make informed decisions.

17 Funeral Directors
£2,221 Avg Cremation
£1,259 Avg Burial

South Tyneside Funeral Market Insights

🏢 Market Structure

Moderate choice

3 independent funeral directors
16 chain branches (84%)

Largest provider: Dignity Funerals Limited (7 branches)

💰 Price Competition

Wide pricing gap

Price range: £1,660 - £2,595

A £935 price spread (56.3% variation) suggests varied pricing across providers

Good coverage: 17 of 19 local funeral directors verified (89%)

Average Funeral Costs in South Tyneside

Attended Cremation

£2,221

Range: £1,660 - £2,595

Based on 17 funeral directors

Unattended Cremation

£1,421

Range: £1,218 - £1,545

Based on 15 funeral directors

Attended Burial

£1,259

Range: £743 - £1,545

Based on 15 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 Tyneside

Funeral Director Location Attended Cremation Unattended Cremation Attended Burial
Co-op Funeralcare, Boldon Colliery (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Boldon Colliery £2,300 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Hebburn (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Hebburn £2,300 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Jarrow (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Jarrow £2,300 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, South Shields (The Co-operative Funeralcare) South Shields £2,300 £1,445 £1,445
Glen Miller Funeral Directors Boldon Colliery £2,110 N/A N/A
Glen Miller Funeral Directors, Boldon (Glen Miller Funeral Directors) Boldon Colliery £2,110 N/A N/A
Jayne Prior Funeral Directors, Hebburn Hebburn £2,129 £1,395 £865
Johnson Family Funeral Directors, Hebburn (Dignity Funerals Limited) Hebburn £2,595 £1,545 £1,545
Johnson Family Funeral Directors, Hebburn (Dignity Funerals Limited) Hebburn £2,595 £1,545 £1,545
Johnson Family Funeral Directors, Imeary (Dignity Funerals Limited) South Shields £2,595 £1,545 £1,545
Johnson Family Funeral Directors, South Shields (Dignity Funerals Limited) South Shields £2,595 £1,545 £1,545
Johnson Family Funeral Directors, Whiteleas (Dignity Funerals Limited) South Shields £2,595 £1,545 £1,545
Johnson Family Funeral Directors, Whiteleas (Dignity Funerals Limited) South Shields £2,595 £1,545 £1,545
Tynedale Family Funeral Directors South Shields £1,660 £1,218 £743
Tynedale Family Funeral Directors, Palmer House (Tynedale Family Funeral Directors) Jarrow £1,660 £1,218 £743
Tynedale Family Funeral Directors, Tynedale House (Tynedale Family Funeral Directors) South Shields £1,660 £1,218 £743
Tynedale Family Funeral Directors, Victoria House (Tynedale Family Funeral Directors) Hebburn £1,660 £1,218 £743

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 Tyneside?

Based on our analysis of 17 funeral directors in South Tyneside, the average cost of an attended cremation funeral is £2,221. 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 Tyneside?

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 Tyneside 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 Tyneside?

For attended cremation funerals in South Tyneside, funeral director fees range from £1,660 (lowest) to £2,595 (highest) based on our analysis of 17 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 Tyneside?

Our database includes 17 funeral directors serving South Tyneside 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 Tyneside?

When choosing a funeral director in South Tyneside, 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 Tyneside.

How often are South Tyneside funeral prices updated?

We update our funeral pricing data for South Tyneside 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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