How much energy do solar panels produce in Sandyford?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Sandyford, Ireland produces approximately 4,987 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Sandyford?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €1,153 per year (accounting for 25% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 5.6 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Sandyford?

The optimal tilt angle for solar panels in Sandyford is 42 degrees facing -2 degrees from south.

Solar Panels in Sandyford

Ireland · 53.27°N, 6.23°W

Solar Potential

Low

997 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

4,987kWh

Net Annual Savings

€1,153

Payback Period

5.6 yrs

25-Year Net

€28,753

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (25% of 4,987 kWh)1,247 kWh × 0.370 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€461

Injected to grid (75% of production)3,741 kWh × 0.185 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€692

Net Annual Savings€1,153

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

203 kWh

285 kWh

456 kWh

554 kWh

621 kWh

579 kWh

556 kWh

519 kWh

448 kWh

337 kWh

240 kWh

187 kWh

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Dec

Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	203	47
February	285	66
March	456	107
April	554	134
May	621	153
June	579	145
July	556	141
August	519	129
September	448	110
October	337	80
November	240	56
December	187	43
Total	4,987	1,211

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,162 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

53 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

42° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 53.2747°N, 6.2253°W
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 42°
Optimal Azimuth: -2°
Yearly Irradiation: 1211 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.370 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.185 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,300 EUR/kWp

€1,766

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