Solar Panels in North Shields

United Kingdom · 55.02°N, 1.45°W

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Solar Potential

Low

942 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

Annual Output

4,708kWh

Net Annual Savings

€466

Payback Period

14.5 yrs

25-Year Net

€8,191

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (23% of 4,708 kWh)1,083 kWh × 0.280 €/kWh
→ Savings from own usage+€303
Injected to grid (77% of production)3,625 kWh × 0.045 €/kWh
→ Feed-in revenue+€163
Net Annual Savings€466
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

185 kWh
256 kWh
415 kWh
550 kWh
597 kWh
554 kWh
555 kWh
513 kWh
436 kWh
300 kWh
198 kWh
151 kWh
Jan
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Mar
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Aug
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Nov
Dec
MonthEnergy (kWh)Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January18542
February25660
March41598
April550133
May597147
June554139
July555141
August513129
September436107
October30072
November19847
December15136
Total4,7081,151

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,097 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

50 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

43° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source
EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates
55.01646°N, 1.44925°W
System Loss
14%
Optimal Inclination
43°
Optimal Azimuth
-3°
Yearly Irradiation
1151 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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