Our Funeral Directors in Streatham
536 Streatham High Road, Streatham, SW16 3QF
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About our Streatham funeral home
Welcome to Ashton Maxwell Funeral Directors in Streatham. We are here for you during your time of need, to help make things a little easier and arrange a heartfelt funeral that pays tribute to your loved one’s life.
We used to be known as Maxwell & Sons, until our name changed to Maxwell Brothers in 1879 and now more recently we are Ashton Maxwell. We have a long history of caring for families, having opened on Brixton Road in 1842. Back then, the undertaking was only a part of what we did, with building and decorating also playing a large part in how we helped people. We now focus solely on arranging funeral services, with a wealth of specialist knowledge and expertise that we will use to help you.
We are always striving to set the bar in funeral standards, so you can expect nothing but the utmost compassion and professionalism from our team as they guide and support you.
What we offer
- Advice and guidance at every step, including registering the death
- Arrangements that are tailored to meet your family's needs
- Local expertise and knowledge
- Cremation or burial at any local crematorium or burial site
- Funeral services of all faiths and cultures
- Viewing of the deceased in the chapel of rest
- Hearses, funeral vehicles and bespoke transport options
- Memorials and tributes
- Prepaid funeral plans
Meet our team
At Ashton Maxwell Funeral Directors Streatham, we are local people serving local families. We are here to help people through a difficult time and conduct our roles with kindness, compassion and professionalism. Our local knowledge and expertise mean we can understand the needs of our community and in doing so, offer a very high standard of care to our families. We will be here whenever you need us; you can call our team 24 hours a day.
To arrange a funeral for your loved one, please call our funeral home on 020 8764 2245 today.
Funeral Services with distinction
We are proud to be part of Dignity Funerals, a collection of the UKs finest funeral directors, with each and every one committed to setting superior standards.
Many Dignity funeral directors have been part of the local community for generations and it is a privilege to serve those who live beside us. Our rich and lengthy heritage ensures we can deliver our service with local knowledge and unparalleled expertise.
Our services
With three packages available, we will be able to arrange the funeral you have in mind for your loved one.
If you’re looking for a traditional or contemporary funeral with a service, you should consider our Attended Funeral. If you want us to arrange a simple cremation without mourners present, our Unattended Funeral may better suit your needs.
View our Standardised Price List, Additional Options Price List and Crematoria Prices.
The Attended Funeral
The Attended Funeral provides a tailored and dignified goodbye for your loved one. Whether traditional or contemporary, you can pay your respects in the supportive company of family and friends.
- The Attended Funeral£3595
- (includes our Basic Coffin)-
- Plus estimated third party costs for cost of cremation and attendance of a celebrant or minister£1199
- Total estimated cost excl. optional extras£4794
The Unattended Funeral
The Unattended Funeral is a lower cost option that allows family and friends to remember your loved one in their own way, without the need for a traditional service or ceremony.
- The Unattended Funeral£1745
- (includes our Unattended Funeral Coffin)-
- (Includes cost of cremation)£0
- Total estimated cost excl. optional extras£1745
Memorials
Commemorate your loved one's life with a Memorial to keep their memory alive. Choose from a variety of options, from headstones, urns to memorial plaques, vases, benches, statues, jewellery, and more, allowing you to create something special that reflects their life, love, and cherished memories.
Where to find us
Contact
Speak to our team 24 hours a day on 020 8764 2245
Our Address
536 Streatham High Road, Streatham, SW16 3QF
Get DirectionsFuneral home opening times
- Monday0900 - 1700
- Tuesday0900 - 1700
- Wednesday0900 - 1700
- Thursday0900 - 1700
- Friday0900 - 1700
- SaturdayClosed
- SundayClosed
Directions and parking
You can find us along the parade of shops close to the Penistone Road junction. There is parking at the rear of our funeral home, accessed via High Street and Penistone Road. Turn left at Carpet Right.
020 8764 2245Supporting you along the way
We understand that there is a lot to think about, so if you do need assistance with your loved one's funeral arrangements, our funeral experts will offer you all the support you need.
What to do when someone dies
It’s perfectly normal to be unsure of what you need to do following the death of a loved one. These step-by-step guides will carefully explain everything you need to when someone dies, helping you through each stage of the process.
Planning a funeral
Our guides on planning a funeral will ensure your loved one's send off is a personal and unique celebration of their life. We will explain how our Funeral Directors will help you plan a funeral service and support you at every stage.
The day of the funeral
This guide will explain what happens at a funeral; including the funeral procession, funeral service, committal service and the wake. We will be here to help you through every step of the journey.
Frequently asked questions
When someone dies, the first steps will depend on how and where the person passed away. Our step-by-step guides will walk you through the practical steps. For additional support and personal advice, please get in touch with us.
You don't have to make an appointment at our funeral homes. However, doing so will ensure that someone can be available to cater to your needs. When arranging a funeral, our Funeral Directors are happy to visit you in your own home, if required.
Third party funeral costs are additional charges which we will manage for you and attach to your single invoice. Get in touch with us to confirm costs and plan a funeral to fit your budget.
If you choose to arrange the funeral with us, you will be given the option of a complimentary Funeral Notice. We will set it up for you using the details discussed during the arrangements. All we need is an email address.
Dignity Funeral Plans let you pay for your funeral in advance and at today's price. It's a way of taking control of the unexpected, setting out the arrangements and limiting the costs by paying for the services included in the funeral plan upfront.
From 9 September 2024, there will no longer be a doctor's fee in England and Wales when arranging a funeral. This is because from this date, all deaths in England and Wales will be independently viewed, either by a relevant coroner or by a Medical Examiner and the cost will be met by the NHS.
A Medical Examiner is a specifically trained independent senior doctor who will scrutinise all deaths across a local area that do not fall under the coroner's jurisdiction. By providing a greater level of scrutiny over the cause of deaths; it is hoped that the introduction of Medical Examiners will make it less likely that unnatural causes of death will go unnoticed; that the number of deaths unnecessarily referred to the coroner will be reduced and that national data about causes of death will be captured with greater accuracy.
Medical Examiners, or Medical Examiner Officers, will also be available to meet with families, or their representatives, if they wish to discuss the cause of death.
Our reviews
maria Fernandes
5th Aug 2026
Nicola at Maxwell Funeral Directors was really supportive and considerate throughout and arranged for a beautiful memorial tablet for our Dad's grave in time for the anniversary. We highly recommend Maxwell Funeral Directors and Nicola. Thank you
Ian McArthur
10th Jun 2026
My meetings and messages with Nicola Thompson at Ashton Maxwell have always been professional and helpful, the attention to detail and extensive knowledge have made the process much easier to deal with.
I doubt I could find myself in better hands.
Kali Ahmed
29th Apr 2026
My resident was picked up from Camberwell Lodge Care Home in the least dignified way! The undertakers were too quick, pushed the body and not carried them - despite there being two undertakers! Then put them on the side walk in a residential area with a school around! I called them straight away and they said they would call me back - they had not!
We usually recommend Albins and Udens - use them for dignified care for your loved one!
Rudy
24th Mar 2026
Maxwell Brothers were the perfect choice for Mums funeral. They were professional, respectful and always there to help. Nicola was amazing at supporting us through a difficult time and Mauricio was super respectful when it came to the funeral itself and all dealings. Generally a very nice group of people to deal with in a time when you need it. Highly recommend.
Samantha Allen
9th Feb 2026
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King Edward Square
Sutton Coldfield,
West Midlands, B73 6AP
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