Funeral Costs in Sunderland
Compare funeral prices in Sunderland, North East. From direct cremation at £995 to traditional funerals from £3,500.
Average Funeral Costs in Sunderland (2026)
What's Included in These Prices?
Direct Cremation (£995–£1,645)
- Collection and care of the deceased
- Simple coffin
- Cremation without ceremony
- Return of ashes to family
Simple Funeral (£850–£3,595)
- All direct cremation services
- Simple ceremony at crematorium
- Hearse and bearers
- Basic order of service
Traditional Funeral (£3,500–£5,000)
- All simple funeral services
- Limousines for family
- Viewing of the deceased
- Choice of coffin
- Printed order of service
Additional Costs to Consider
These prices typically do not include:
- Crematorium fees: £700–£1,000 depending on time and location
- Burial plot: £1,000–£3,000+ (varies significantly by cemetery)
- Minister or celebrant: £150–£300
- Flowers: £50–£300+
- Catering: £10–£30 per person
- Memorial headstone: £500–£3,000+
Frequently Asked Questions
Financial Help with Funeral Costs
Funeral costs can be a significant burden, particularly when arranged at short notice. Several government schemes may help reduce what you need to pay.
Funeral Expenses Payment
If you're receiving certain benefits, you may be able to claim a Funeral Expenses Payment from the government. This covers:
- Burial or cremation fees in full (including the doctor's certificate for cremation)
- Body transport costs in full if the deceased was moved more than 50 miles
- Travel costs to arrange or attend the funeral
- Up to £1,000 towards other funeral expenses such as the coffin, funeral director fees, and flowers
You must claim within 6 months of the funeral. Qualifying benefits include Universal Credit, Pension Credit, Income Support, Housing Benefit, and income-based JSA or ESA.
Note: If the deceased had a pre-paid funeral plan, only up to £120 is available for any costs not covered by the plan.
Bereavement Support Payment
If your partner has died and you were under State Pension age, you may be entitled to Bereavement Support Payment:
- With dependent children, or if pregnant: £3,500 lump sum, plus £350 per month for 18 months (up to £9,800 total)
- Without children: £2,500 lump sum, plus £100 per month for 18 months (up to £4,300 total)
Claim within 3 months of your partner's death to receive the full amount. You can still claim up to 21 months after the death, but may miss some payments.
Children's Funeral Fund
If a child under 18 dies, or a baby is stillborn after 24 weeks of pregnancy, burial and cremation costs are covered in full through the Children's Funeral Fund for England. Your funeral director applies on your behalf — there is nothing additional you need to do. Equivalent schemes exist in Scotland and Wales.
For personalised guidance on what you may be entitled to, contact the DWP Bereavement Service on 0800 151 2012, or visit GOV.UK for full eligibility criteria.
Funeral Directors in Sunderland with Transparent Pricing
Compare prices from 22 local funeral directors
Fairways Funeral Directors Sunderland
13 Portsmouth Road
SR4 9AS
Direct Cremation: £995.00
Simple Funeral: £995.00
T & G Direct Funeral Services
207 Hylton Rd
SR4 7XA
Direct Cremation: £1230.00
Simple Funeral: £850.00
Jayne Prior Funeral Directors
218 Chester Rd
SR4 7HR
Direct Cremation: £1395.00
Simple Funeral: £3595.00
Alan Duckworth Funeral Directors
200 Chester Rd
SR4 7HE
Direct Cremation: £1645.00
Simple Funeral: £1645.00
John G Hogg Funeral Directors
10-11 Martin Terrace
SR4 6JD
Simple Funeral: £1984.00
John G Hogg Funeral Directors
138 Allendale Rd
SR3 3DZ
Simple Funeral: £1984.00
John G Hogg Funeral Directors
59 Mainsforth Terrace W
SR2 8JX
Simple Funeral: £1984.00
Richard Thoms Traditional Funeral Directors
84 Castle View
SR5 3AL
Simple Funeral: £1950.00