Solar Panels in Leicester

United Kingdom · 52.64°N, 1.13°W

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Solar Potential

Low

984 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

Annual Output

4,922kWh

Net Annual Savings

€488

Payback Period

13.8 yrs

25-Year Net

€8,868

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (23% of 4,922 kWh)1,132 kWh × 0.280 €/kWh
→ Savings from own usage+€317
Injected to grid (77% of production)3,790 kWh × 0.045 €/kWh
→ Feed-in revenue+€171
Net Annual Savings€488
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

195 kWh
268 kWh
423 kWh
555 kWh
588 kWh
569 kWh
582 kWh
537 kWh
462 kWh
329 kWh
232 kWh
182 kWh
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
MonthEnergy (kWh)Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January19545
February26863
March423100
April555135
May588146
June569144
July582149
August537135
September462115
October32979
November23255
December18242
Total4,9221,208

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,147 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

52 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

41° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source
EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates
52.6386°N, 1.13169°W
System Loss
14%
Optimal Inclination
41°
Optimal Azimuth
-5°
Yearly Irradiation
1208 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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