Solar Panels in Croydon

United Kingdom · 51.38°N, 0.10°W

2out of 5

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,029 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

Annual Output

5,143kWh

Net Annual Savings

€497

Payback Period

13.6 yrs

25-Year Net

€9,145

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (22% of 5,143 kWh)1,132 kWh × 0.280 €/kWh
→ Savings from own usage+€317
Injected to grid (78% of production)4,012 kWh × 0.045 €/kWh
→ Feed-in revenue+€181
Net Annual Savings€497
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

201 kWh
265 kWh
434 kWh
580 kWh
606 kWh
613 kWh
620 kWh
565 kWh
483 kWh
351 kWh
244 kWh
184 kWh
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
MonthEnergy (kWh)Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January20147
February26562
March434103
April580142
May606151
June613155
July620159
August565143
September483120
October35185
November24458
December18443
Total5,1431,269

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,198 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

54 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

39° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source
EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates
51.38333°N, 0.1°W
System Loss
14%
Optimal Inclination
39°
Optimal Azimuth
-4°
Yearly Irradiation
1269 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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