How much energy do solar panels produce in Leixlip?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Leixlip, Ireland produces approximately 4,880 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Leixlip?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €1,138 per year (accounting for 26% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 5.7 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Leixlip?

The optimal tilt angle for solar panels in Leixlip is 41 degrees facing -3 degrees from south.

Solar Panels in Leixlip

Ireland · 53.37°N, 6.50°W

Solar Potential

Low

976 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

Configure system size and battery to see realistic savings

Data last updated: March 2026

System Size

Battery Storage

Annual Output

4,880kWh

Net Annual Savings

€1,138

Payback Period

5.7 yrs

25-Year Net

€28,356

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (26% of 4,880 kWh)1,269 kWh × 0.370 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€469

Injected to grid (74% of production)3,611 kWh × 0.185 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€668

Net Annual Savings€1,138

Installation cost (5 kWp × 1,300 €/kWp)€6,500

Ireland Solar Policy

Clean Export Guarantee: €0.13-0.25/kWh depending on supplier. 0% VAT. SEAI grants available.

Source: CRU, SEAI, Eurostat H1 2025

The savings estimates shown are for informational purposes only and do not constitute financial advice. Actual savings depend on your specific installation, roof condition, shading, consumption patterns, and future electricity price changes. Feed-in tariffs and regulations change frequently. Always obtain quotes from certified installers and consult a financial advisor before making investment decisions.

Monthly Energy Production

189 kWh

270 kWh

427 kWh

539 kWh

617 kWh

571 kWh

562 kWh

524 kWh

437 kWh

334 kWh

234 kWh

175 kWh

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Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	189	44
February	270	63
March	427	101
April	539	131
May	617	152
June	571	144
July	562	143
August	524	131
September	437	108
October	334	80
November	234	55
December	175	41
Total	4,880	1,194

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,137 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

52 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

41° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 53.36583°N, 6.49556°W
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 41°
Optimal Azimuth: -3°
Yearly Irradiation: 1194 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.370 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.185 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,300 EUR/kWp

€1,783

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