Solar Panels in Paignton

United Kingdom · 50.44°N, 3.57°W

2out of 5

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,093 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

Annual Output

5,466kWh

Net Annual Savings

€529

Payback Period

12.8 yrs

25-Year Net

€10,141

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (22% of 5,466 kWh)1,202 kWh × 0.280 €/kWh
→ Savings from own usage+€337
Injected to grid (78% of production)4,263 kWh × 0.045 €/kWh
→ Feed-in revenue+€192
Net Annual Savings€529
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

208 kWh
278 kWh
465 kWh
626 kWh
668 kWh
670 kWh
661 kWh
606 kWh
510 kWh
350 kWh
241 kWh
183 kWh
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
MonthEnergy (kWh)Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January20849
February27865
March465110
April626152
May668165
June670169
July661168
August606152
September510126
October35085
November24157
December18343
Total5,4661,340

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,274 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

58 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

38° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source
EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates
50.43565°N, 3.56789°W
System Loss
14%
Optimal Inclination
38°
Optimal Azimuth
2°
Yearly Irradiation
1340 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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