How much energy do solar panels produce in Chester-le-Street?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Chester-le-Street, United Kingdom produces approximately 4,803 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Chester-le-Street?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €476 per year (accounting for 23% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 14.2 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Chester-le-Street?

The optimal tilt angle for solar panels in Chester-le-Street is 42 degrees facing -3 degrees from south.

Solar Panels in Chester-le-Street

United Kingdom · 54.86°N, 1.57°W

Solar Potential

Low

961 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

System Size

Battery Storage

Annual Output

4,803kWh

Net Annual Savings

€476

Payback Period

14.2 yrs

25-Year Net

€8,490

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (23% of 4,803 kWh)1,105 kWh × 0.280 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€309

Injected to grid (77% of production)3,698 kWh × 0.045 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€166

Net Annual Savings€476

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

186 kWh

267 kWh

428 kWh

548 kWh

597 kWh

556 kWh

572 kWh

528 kWh

447 kWh

308 kWh

213 kWh

154 kWh

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Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	186	43
February	267	62
March	428	101
April	548	133
May	597	147
June	556	140
July	572	145
August	528	132
September	447	110
October	308	74
November	213	50
December	154	36
Total	4,803	1,173

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,119 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

51 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

42° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 54.85862°N, 1.57408°W
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 42°
Optimal Azimuth: -3°
Yearly Irradiation: 1173 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.280 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.045 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,350 EUR/kWp

€1,339

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