How much energy do solar panels produce in Leek?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Leek, Netherlands produces approximately 4,981 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Leek?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €1,395 per year (accounting for 100% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 3.9 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Leek?

The optimal tilt angle for solar panels in Leek is 40 degrees facing -2 degrees from south.

Solar Panels in Leek

Netherlands · 53.16°N, 6.38°E

Solar Potential

Low

996 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

4,981kWh

Net Annual Savings

€1,395

Payback Period

3.9 yrs

25-Year Net

€42,047

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (100% of 4,981 kWh)4,981 kWh × 0.280 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€1,395

Injected to grid (0% of production)0 kWh × 0.070 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€0

Net Annual Savings€1,395

Installation cost (5 kWp × 1,100 €/kWp)€5,500

Net Metering Notice

Net metering (1:1) ends January 1, 2027. After that, surplus compensated at ~€0.05-0.10/kWh.

Netherlands Solar Policy

0% VAT on solar. Net metering makes solar very attractive until 2027. Battery storage becomes critical after.

Source: ACM, 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

157 kWh

246 kWh

448 kWh

598 kWh

628 kWh

613 kWh

609 kWh

569 kWh

469 kWh

321 kWh

190 kWh

134 kWh

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Dec

Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	157	37
February	246	57
March	448	107
April	598	146
May	628	157
June	613	156
July	609	156
August	569	145
September	469	117
October	321	78
November	190	45
December	134	32
Total	4,981	1,233

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,161 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

53 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

40° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 53.1625°N, 6.37639°E
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 40°
Optimal Azimuth: -2°
Yearly Irradiation: 1233 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.280 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.070 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,100 EUR/kWp

€1,401

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