Solar Panels in Melksham

United Kingdom · 51.37°N, 2.14°W

2out of 5

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,027 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

Annual Output

5,133kWh

Net Annual Savings

€496

Payback Period

13.6 yrs

25-Year Net

€9,114

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (22% of 5,133 kWh)1,129 kWh × 0.280 €/kWh
→ Savings from own usage+€316
Injected to grid (78% of production)4,004 kWh × 0.045 €/kWh
→ Feed-in revenue+€180
Net Annual Savings€496
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

207 kWh
272 kWh
448 kWh
576 kWh
620 kWh
604 kWh
611 kWh
550 kWh
479 kWh
345 kWh
239 kWh
182 kWh
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
MonthEnergy (kWh)Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January20748
February27264
March448107
April576141
May620154
June604153
July611157
August550139
September479119
October34584
November23957
December18243
Total5,1331,264

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,196 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

54 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

40° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source
EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates
51.37281°N, 2.14002°W
System Loss
14%
Optimal Inclination
40°
Optimal Azimuth
0°
Yearly Irradiation
1264 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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