Solar Panels in Elgin

United Kingdom · 57.65°N, 3.32°W

1out of 5

Solar Potential

Low

862 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

Annual Output

4,309kWh

Net Annual Savings

€437

Payback Period

15.4 yrs

25-Year Net

€7,281

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (24% of 4,309 kWh)1,034 kWh × 0.280 €/kWh
→ Savings from own usage+€290
Injected to grid (76% of production)3,275 kWh × 0.045 €/kWh
→ Feed-in revenue+€147
Net Annual Savings€437
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

127 kWh
229 kWh
395 kWh
518 kWh
566 kWh
532 kWh
533 kWh
471 kWh
402 kWh
280 kWh
164 kWh
92 kWh
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
MonthEnergy (kWh)Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January12730
February22954
March39593
April518125
May566139
June532133
July533134
August471117
September40299
October28067
November16439
December9222
Total4,3091,051

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,004 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

46 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

43° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source
EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates
57.64947°N, 3.31843°W
System Loss
14%
Optimal Inclination
43°
Optimal Azimuth
-1°
Yearly Irradiation
1051 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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