Solar Panels in Gateshead

United Kingdom · 54.96°N, 1.60°W

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Solar Potential

Low

955 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

Annual Output

4,773kWh

Net Annual Savings

€473

Payback Period

14.3 yrs

25-Year Net

€8,396

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (23% of 4,773 kWh)1,098 kWh × 0.280 €/kWh
→ Savings from own usage+€307
Injected to grid (77% of production)3,675 kWh × 0.045 €/kWh
→ Feed-in revenue+€165
Net Annual Savings€473
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

188 kWh
268 kWh
428 kWh
542 kWh
591 kWh
549 kWh
564 kWh
522 kWh
441 kWh
308 kWh
217 kWh
156 kWh
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
MonthEnergy (kWh)Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January18843
February26862
March428101
April542131
May591146
June549139
July564143
August522131
September441109
October30874
November21751
December15636
Total4,7731,166

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,112 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

51 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

43° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source
EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates
54.96209°N, 1.60168°W
System Loss
14%
Optimal Inclination
43°
Optimal Azimuth
-3°
Yearly Irradiation
1166 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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