Solar Panels in Plymouth

United Kingdom · 50.37°N, 4.14°W

2out of 5

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,123 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

Annual Output

5,616kWh

Net Annual Savings

€543

Payback Period

12.4 yrs

25-Year Net

€10,607

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (22% of 5,616 kWh)1,236 kWh × 0.280 €/kWh
→ Savings from own usage+€346
Injected to grid (78% of production)4,381 kWh × 0.045 €/kWh
→ Feed-in revenue+€197
Net Annual Savings€543
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

214 kWh
304 kWh
482 kWh
646 kWh
682 kWh
677 kWh
667 kWh
622 kWh
521 kWh
360 kWh
252 kWh
188 kWh
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
MonthEnergy (kWh)Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January21450
February30471
March482114
April646155
May682168
June677169
July667168
August622155
September521128
October36087
November25260
December18844
Total5,6161,369

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,309 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

59 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

39° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source
EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates
50.37153°N, 4.14305°W
System Loss
14%
Optimal Inclination
39°
Optimal Azimuth
2°
Yearly Irradiation
1369 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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