Independent, transparent pricing from 19 funeral directors in Trafford, NORTH WEST. Compare costs, understand your options, and make informed decisions.
High competition
2 independent funeral directors
20 chain branches (91%)
Largest provider: Dignity Funerals Limited (10 branches)
Some variation
Price range: £2,350 - £3,240
A £890 price spread (37.9% variation) suggests varied pricing across providers
✓ Good coverage: 19 of 22 local funeral directors verified (86%)
Range: £2,350 - £3,240
Based on 19 funeral directors
Range: £1,445 - £1,995
Based on 19 funeral directors
Range: £1,350 - £1,700
Based on 19 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arthur Gresty Funeral Home, Northenden (Funeral Partners Limited) | Manchester | £3,240 | £1,995 | £1,700 |
| Ashton Brookes Funeral Directors, Altrincham (Dignity Funerals Limited) | Altrincham | £2,995 | £1,645 | £1,645 |
| Ashton Brookes Funeral Directors, Altrincham (Dignity Funerals Limited) | Altrincham | £2,995 | £1,645 | £1,645 |
| C L Birkett & Son Funeral Directors, Stretford (Funeral Partners Limited) | Manchester | £3,240 | £1,995 | £1,700 |
| Co-op Funeralcare, Altrincham (The Co-operative Funeralcare) | Altrincham | £2,350 | £1,445 | £1,445 |
| Co-op Funeralcare, Sale (The Co-operative Funeralcare) | Manchester | £2,350 | £1,445 | £1,445 |
| Co-op Funeralcare, Urmston (The Co-operative Funeralcare) | Manchester | £2,350 | £1,445 | £1,445 |
| Hopkins Bray Funeral Directors (Dignity Funerals Limited) | Manchester | £2,995 | £1,645 | £1,645 |
| Hopkins Bray Funeral Directors (Dignity Funerals Limited) | Manchester | £2,995 | £1,645 | £1,645 |
| Ian Clarke Funeral Directors (Dignity Funerals Limited) | Manchester | £2,995 | £1,645 | £1,645 |
| Ian Clarke Funeral Directors (Dignity Funerals Limited) | Manchester | £2,995 | £1,645 | £1,645 |
| John R Tollitt Funeral Service | Urmston | £3,150 | £1,550 | £1,500 |
| Kenneth Dewey & Sons Funeral Directors, Hale (Dignity Funerals Limited) | Altrincham | £2,995 | £1,545 | £1,545 |
| Kenneth Dewey & Sons Funeral Directors, Hale (Dignity Funerals Limited) | Altrincham | £2,995 | £1,545 | £1,545 |
| Kenneth Dewey & Sons Funeral Directors, Timperley (Dignity Funerals Limited) | Altrincham | £2,995 | £1,645 | £1,645 |
| Kenneth Dewey & Sons Funeral Directors, Timperley (Dignity Funerals Limited) | Altrincham | £2,995 | £1,645 | £1,645 |
| Natural Endings Funeral Directors | N/A | £2,970 | £1,595 | £1,350 |
| Natural Endings Funeral Directors Manchester (Natural Endings Funeral Directors) | Manchester | £2,970 | £1,595 | £1,350 |
| R E Jones Funeralcare, Sale (The Co-operative Funeralcare) | Manchester | £2,350 | £1,445 | £1,445 |
All prices are published by funeral directors in compliance with CMA regulations. Last updated: April 2026.
Based on our analysis of 19 funeral directors in Trafford, the average cost of an attended cremation funeral is £2,891. This is the funeral director professional fee only and does not include crematorium fees, burial 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.
Our database includes 19 funeral directors serving Trafford 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 Trafford, 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) 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 Trafford.
We update our funeral pricing data for Trafford 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.
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), Medical Certificate of Cause of Death (MCCD) - free from GP/hospital doctor, Death certificates (£12.50 per certified copy from Death Registrar), Celebrant or religious minister fees (£200-£500+ depending on experience and location), Flowers, catering, memorial stones, newspaper notices, or additional vehicles.
Funeral director fees range from £2,350 (lowest) to £3,240 (highest) based on 19 funeral directors in Trafford. This variation is due to location and overheads, business model, and what's included in the price. A higher price doesn't necessarily mean better service, always compare what's included and read reviews to find the right funeral director for your family.
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