Co-op Funeralcare
0.7 miles199 Barkerend Rd, Bradford, BD3 9AL
Co-op Funeralcare
Direct cremation in Bradford
A direct cremation is a cremation with no funeral service, usually the lowest-cost option. SunLife’s 2026 research puts the UK average at £1,628. In and around Bradford, 96 funeral directors within 10 miles can arrange one, and national providers also cover the area. The nearest crematorium is Scholemoor Crematorium (1.9 miles).
What to check is included
| Item | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Collection of the person who died, including out of hours | Some quotes charge extra for nights, weekends or long distances |
| Care in a mortuary until the cremation | Ask where the person will be looked after |
| A simple coffin | Usually included; upgrades cost more |
| Crematorium fee | Should be in the total, not added later |
| Doctor or medical examiner fees | Check whether these are included |
| Return of the ashes | By hand, courier or collection — and when |
| Viewing or choice of date | Often not included in the cheapest options |
Funeral directors must show an “unattended funeral” price on their standardised price list. Full guide to direct cremation →
Funeral directors near Bradford
All of these can arrange a direct (unattended) cremation — ask each for their price and what it includes.
Diverse Funeral Services
0.8 miles103 City Rd, Bradford, BD8 8JR
Sher Azam Funeral Directors
0.8 milesTry Mills Centre, Preston St, Bradford, BD7 1JE
D Walsh & Son Funeral Directors
1.2 miles700 Manchester Rd, Bradford, BD5 7QH
£2,695 attended funeral £1,545 direct cremation from their price list
Dignity
Co-op Funeralcare
1.2 milesLongfield House, 130 Legrams Ln, Bradford, BD7 2AE
Co-op Funeralcare
Joseph A Hey and Son
1.3 miles470 Great Horton Rd, Bradford, BD7 3HR
D Walsh and Son Funeral Directors
1.7 miles369 Idle Rd, Bradford, BD2 2AH
£2,695 attended funeral £1,745 direct cremation from their price list
Dignity
Holmewood Independant Funeral Services
2.0 milesBradford, BD4 9HN
Cloverfield Funeral Services
2.0 miles88 Holroyd Hill, Bradford, BD6 1NP
The Cooperative Funeralcare
2.1 miles128 Tong St, Bradford, BD4 9PP
Co-op Funeralcare
Nearest crematoria
Scholemoor Crematorium
1.9 milesBradford, BD7 2TQ
Rawdon Crematorium
4.8 milesLeeds Road, Rawdon, Leeds, LS19 6JP
Cottingley Hall Crematorium & Cemetery
7.1 milesMorley, LS11 0EU
Park Wood Crematorium
7.6 milesElland, HX5 9HZ
Frequently asked questions
How much is a direct cremation in Bradford?
Prices vary by provider, so compare the “unattended funeral” price on each funeral director’s standardised price list. As a guide, the UK average is £1,628 (SunLife Cost of Dying Report 2026).
Can family attend a direct cremation?
Traditionally no — that is what makes it “direct”. Some providers offer an attended option with a short gathering at the crematorium for a small group, usually at extra cost.
Will I get the ashes back?
Yes. Ashes are usually returned by hand or courier, or you can collect them. Check whether delivery is included and how long it takes.
Can I hold a memorial in Bradford afterwards?
Yes. Many families choose a direct cremation and then hold a memorial or celebration of life at a time and place that suits them — at home, a pub, a place of worship or outdoors.
Do I still need to register the death?
Yes. You must register the death within 5 days of the medical examiner’s office confirming the death can be registered, and give the funeral director the paperwork the registrar provides.