Solar Panels in Chelmsford

United Kingdom · 51.74°N, 0.47°E

2out of 5

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,069 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

Annual Output

5,347kWh

Net Annual Savings

€517

Payback Period

13.1 yrs

25-Year Net

€9,775

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (22% of 5,347 kWh)1,176 kWh × 0.280 €/kWh
→ Savings from own usage+€329
Injected to grid (78% of production)4,171 kWh × 0.045 €/kWh
→ Feed-in revenue+€188
Net Annual Savings€517
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

218 kWh
284 kWh
457 kWh
597 kWh
622 kWh
630 kWh
633 kWh
579 kWh
504 kWh
365 kWh
262 kWh
197 kWh
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
MonthEnergy (kWh)Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January21850
February28466
March457108
April597146
May622154
June630159
July633162
August579147
September504125
October36588
November26261
December19746
Total5,3471,313

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,246 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

57 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

40° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source
EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates
51.73575°N, 0.46958°E
System Loss
14%
Optimal Inclination
40°
Optimal Azimuth
-4°
Yearly Irradiation
1313 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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