Funeral Costs in West Northamptonshire 2026

Independent, transparent pricing from 17 funeral directors in West Northamptonshire, EAST MIDLANDS. Compare costs, understand your options, and make informed decisions.

17 Funeral Directors
£2,737 Avg Cremation
£1,538 Avg Burial

West Northamptonshire Funeral Market Insights

🏢 Market Structure

High competition

3 independent funeral directors
18 chain branches (86%)

Largest provider: Dignity Funerals Limited (4 branches)

💰 Price Competition

Wide pricing gap

Price range: £2,175 - £3,499

A £1,324 price spread (60.9% variation) suggests varied pricing across providers

Good coverage: 17 of 21 local funeral directors verified (81%)

Average Funeral Costs in West Northamptonshire

Attended Cremation

£2,737

Range: £2,175 - £3,499

Based on 17 funeral directors

Unattended Cremation

£1,647

Range: £1,445 - £1,995

Based on 15 funeral directors

Attended Burial

£1,538

Range: £1,400 - £1,745

Based on 12 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 West Northamptonshire

Funeral Director Location Attended Cremation Unattended Cremation Attended Burial
Ann Bonham & Son Funeral Directors, Northampton (Dignity Funerals Limited) Northampton £2,695 £1,745 £1,745
Ann Bonham & Son Funeral Directors, Northampton (Dignity Funerals Limited) Northampton £2,695 £1,745 £1,745
Brackley Funeral Services (Heart of England Co-operative) N/A £2,485 £1,790 N/A
Co-op Funeralcare, Barrack Road, Northampton (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Northampton, £2,445 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Daventry (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Daventry £2,445 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Kingsthorpe (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Kingsthorpe £2,445 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Northampton, Grange Park (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Northampton £2,445 £1,445 £1,445
Edd Frost & Daughters Family Funeral Directors Banbury £2,850 £1,995 £1,700
Heart of England Co-op Funerals, Daventry (Heart of England Co-operative) Daventry £2,485 £1,790 N/A
Heart of England Co-op Funerals, Towcester (Heart of England Co-operative) Towcester £2,485 £1,790 N/A
Hollowells Funeral Directors Northampton £3,499 £1,595 £1,400
Hollowells Funeral Directors, Abington (Hollowells Funeral Directors) Northampton £3,499 £1,595 £1,400
Hollowells Funeral Directors, Brafield (Hollowells Funeral Directors) Northampton £3,499 £1,595 £1,400
John Ward & Son Funeral Directors, Daventry (Dignity Funerals Limited) Daventry £2,895 £1,645 £1,645
John Ward & Son Funeral Directors, Daventry (Dignity Funerals Limited) Daventry £2,895 £1,645 £1,645
Kevin Matthews Funeral Service Kingsthorpe £2,175 N/A N/A
Towers and Son Funeral Service, Crick (Central England Co-operative) Crick £2,595 N/A N/A

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 West Northamptonshire?

Based on our analysis of 17 funeral directors in West Northamptonshire, the average cost of an attended cremation funeral is £2,737. 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 West Northamptonshire?

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 West Northamptonshire 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 West Northamptonshire?

For attended cremation funerals in West Northamptonshire, funeral director fees range from £2,175 (lowest) to £3,499 (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 West Northamptonshire?

Our database includes 17 funeral directors serving West Northamptonshire 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 West Northamptonshire?

When choosing a funeral director in West Northamptonshire, 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 West Northamptonshire.

How often are West Northamptonshire funeral prices updated?

We update our funeral pricing data for West Northamptonshire 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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