Solar Panels in Birmingham

United Kingdom · 52.48°N, 1.90°W

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Solar Potential

Low

971 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

Annual Output

4,856kWh

Net Annual Savings

€481

Payback Period

14.0 yrs

25-Year Net

€8,659

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (23% of 4,856 kWh)1,117 kWh × 0.280 €/kWh
→ Savings from own usage+€313
Injected to grid (77% of production)3,739 kWh × 0.045 €/kWh
→ Feed-in revenue+€168
Net Annual Savings€481
Installation cost (5 kWp × 1,350 €/kWp)€6,750

United Kingdom Solar Policy

Smart Export Guarantee (SEG): £0.03-0.05/kWh typical, up to £0.25 with battery. 0% VAT on solar + battery.

Source: Ofgem, UK BEIS

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

196 kWh
267 kWh
426 kWh
540 kWh
577 kWh
572 kWh
579 kWh
525 kWh
453 kWh
322 kWh
222 kWh
176 kWh
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
MonthEnergy (kWh)Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January19646
February26763
March426101
April540132
May577144
June572145
July579148
August525133
September453113
October32278
November22252
December17641
Total4,8561,195

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,131 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

51 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

40° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source
EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates
52.48142°N, 1.89983°W
System Loss
14%
Optimal Inclination
40°
Optimal Azimuth
-5°
Yearly Irradiation
1195 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price
0.280 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff
0.045 EUR/kWh
Install Cost
1,350 EUR/kWp

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