Derby, the historic city on the Derwent at the heart of the East Midlands, has a funeral market served by established local providers. Here's what the CMA-standardised pricing data reveals for 2026.
Funeral Costs in Derby — Overview
Based on FuneralCompare's live pricing data:
| Funeral Director | Attended Funeral | Unattended Cremation | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| George Simson Funeral Service | £2,845 | £2,145 | Independent |
| A.W. Lymn The Family Funeral Service | £2,875 | £2,195 | Lymn Group |
The average cost of an attended funeral in Derby is £2,860 — below the UK national average of £3,114, making Derby one of the more affordable cities in the East Midlands for funeral services.
What's Included in the CMA Attended Funeral?
Every CMA Standardised Price List includes six mandatory items:
1. Legal and administrative arrangements — the paperwork, certificates, and registrations
2. Collecting and transporting the deceased — bringing the person into the funeral director's care
3. Care of the deceased — storage in appropriate facilities
4. Coffin — a suitable coffin for the service
5. Viewing — opportunity for family to see the deceased (if desired)
6. Hearse — transport to the crematorium or cemetery
Direct Cremation in Derby
Unattended cremation (direct cremation) in Derby is available from £2,145 with George Simson Funeral Service — below the UK average of £2,263. A.W. Lymn The Family Funeral Service offers direct cremation at £2,195, giving Derby families genuine choice at competitive prices.
Markeaton Crematorium in Derby and Trent Valley Crematorium in nearby Aston-on-Trent serve the city and surrounding areas.
East Midlands Funeral Market Context
Derby's funeral costs sit below the national average, reflecting several factors:
- Competitive local market — with two well-established providers serving the city, pricing remains competitive
- George Simson Funeral Service (£2,845) — a local independent provider offering the most affordable attended funeral in the city
- A.W. Lymn The Family Funeral Service (£2,875) — a respected Derbyshire group with branches across the county, offering marginally higher prices with a broad service network
- Industrial heritage — Derby's engineering and manufacturing history has fostered practical, value-conscious communities
- Regional pricing — East Midlands funeral costs generally sit close to or below the national average, and Derby is among the most affordable in the region
Tips for Derby Families
1. Compare both providers — the price difference is only £30, but service offerings may differ
2. Ask about crematorium fees — Markeaton Crematorium (Markeaton Lane) serves Derby; check whether fees are included
3. Consider direct cremation — from £2,145, it's a cost-effective option well below the national average
4. Check branch locations — A.W. Lymn has multiple branches across Derbyshire if you prefer a specific location
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