Funeral Costs in Trafford 2026

Independent, transparent pricing from 18 funeral directors in Trafford, NORTH WEST. Compare costs, understand your options, and make informed decisions.

18 Funeral Directors
£2,876 Avg Cremation
£1,563 Avg Burial

Trafford Funeral Market Insights

🏢 Market Structure

High competition

1 independent funeral directors
20 chain branches (95%)

Largest provider: Dignity Funerals Limited (10 branches)

💰 Price Competition

Some variation

Price range: £2,350 - £3,240

A £890 price spread (37.9% variation) suggests varied pricing across providers

Good coverage: 18 of 21 local funeral directors verified (86%)

Average Funeral Costs in Trafford

Attended Cremation

£2,876

Range: £2,350 - £3,240

Based on 18 funeral directors

Unattended Cremation

£1,623

Range: £1,445 - £1,995

Based on 18 funeral directors

Attended Burial

£1,563

Range: £1,350 - £1,700

Based on 18 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 Trafford

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
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: February 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average cost of a funeral in Trafford?

Based on our analysis of 18 funeral directors in Trafford, the average cost of an attended cremation funeral is £2,876. 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 Trafford?

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 Trafford 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 Trafford?

For attended cremation funerals in Trafford, funeral director fees range from £2,350 (lowest) to £3,240 (highest) based on our analysis of 18 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 Trafford?

Our database includes 18 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.

How do I choose a funeral director in Trafford?

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) 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 Trafford.

How often are Trafford funeral prices updated?

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.

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