How much energy do solar panels produce in Frome?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in Frome, United Kingdom produces approximately 5,090 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in Frome?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €504 per year (accounting for 23% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 13.4 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in Frome?

The optimal tilt angle for solar panels in Frome is 39 degrees facing south.

Solar Panels in Frome

United Kingdom · 51.23°N, 2.32°W

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,018 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

Configure system size and battery to see realistic savings

Data last updated: March 2026

System Size

Battery Storage

Annual Output

5,090kWh

Net Annual Savings

€504

Payback Period

13.4 yrs

25-Year Net

€9,402

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (23% of 5,090 kWh)1,171 kWh × 0.280 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€328

Injected to grid (77% of production)3,919 kWh × 0.045 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€176

Net Annual Savings€504

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

200 kWh

267 kWh

441 kWh

575 kWh

619 kWh

602 kWh

617 kWh

550 kWh

476 kWh

338 kWh

234 kWh

172 kWh

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Dec

Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	200	47
February	267	63
March	441	105
April	575	140
May	619	154
June	602	152
July	617	158
August	550	139
September	476	118
October	338	82
November	234	55
December	172	40
Total	5,090	1,254

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,186 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

54 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

39° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 51.22834°N, 2.32211°W
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 39°
Optimal Azimuth: 0°
Yearly Irradiation: 1254 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.280 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.045 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,350 EUR/kWp

€1,437

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