Direct Cremation in Shrewsbury: Compare Local Prices
Direct cremation is usually the lowest-cost cremation option because there is no attended ceremony at the crematorium. This page compares published direct cremation prices for funeral directors serving Shrewsbury, using CMA Standardised Price Lists where available.
Price summary
Based on 3 published price lists within 10 miles of Shrewsbury.
- Median price
- £1,750
- Highest published
- £1,750
n=3 priced providers
Last verified 5 May 2026
Shrewsbury has a small published-price sample for direct cremation. For a wider comparison, also check direct cremation in Shropshire, direct cremation in Telford and direct cremation in Wrexham.
Lowest published direct cremation
Co-op Funeralcare: £1,240
Co-op Funeralcare publishes the lowest direct cremation price we have captured within 10 miles of Shrewsbury. The branch is 1.2 mi from the area centre (SY2 5BH), and the price list was last verified 5 May 2026.
Direct cremation prices, low to high
£1,240
Direct cremation
1.2 mi
verified 5 May 2026
Source price list available from the funeral director's published CMA Standardised Price List.
£1,750
Direct cremation
<1 mi
verified 5 May 2026
Source price list available from the funeral director's published CMA Standardised Price List.
£1,750
Direct cremation
1.9 mi
verified 5 May 2026
Source price list available from the funeral director's published CMA Standardised Price List.
What’s included in the direct cremation price?
The CMA Order requires the published direct cremation price to include the cremation fee, a simple coffin, transport, and the return of ashes.
Direct cremation usually includes collection of the deceased, care before cremation, a simple coffin, transport to the crematorium, the cremation fee and return of ashes. It does not usually include a funeral service, procession, limousine, viewing or celebrant.
Prices vary because funeral directors use different crematoria, collection areas, staffing models and service levels. Always check the source price list and ask the provider what is included before making a decision.
Frequently asked questions
How much is direct cremation in Shrewsbury?
The median direct cremation price in Shrewsbury is £1,750, with the lowest captured published price at £1,240.
Can family attend a direct cremation?
Usually no. A direct cremation is normally unattended. Some providers sell a separate attended direct cremation or simple service option, which should be compared separately from the standard direct cremation price.
Are these prices guaranteed?
No. Prices are captured from published CMA Standardised Price Lists and may change. Always verify the current price directly with the funeral director.
Other funeral costs in Shrewsbury
Prices sourced from each provider’s published CMA Standardised Price List, where available. Always verify directly with the funeral director before making decisions.