Solar Panels in Preston

United Kingdom · 53.76°N, 2.70°W

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Solar Potential

Low

923 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

Annual Output

4,613kWh

Net Annual Savings

€457

Payback Period

14.8 yrs

25-Year Net

€7,887

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (23% of 4,613 kWh)1,061 kWh × 0.280 €/kWh
→ Savings from own usage+€297
Injected to grid (77% of production)3,552 kWh × 0.045 €/kWh
→ Feed-in revenue+€160
Net Annual Savings€457
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

149 kWh
249 kWh
410 kWh
543 kWh
595 kWh
567 kWh
557 kWh
505 kWh
411 kWh
292 kWh
194 kWh
140 kWh
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
MonthEnergy (kWh)Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January14935
February24959
March41098
April543132
May595147
June567144
July557142
August505127
September411102
October29271
November19446
December14033
Total4,6131,134

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,075 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

49 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

40° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source
EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates
53.76282°N, 2.70452°W
System Loss
14%
Optimal Inclination
40°
Optimal Azimuth
1°
Yearly Irradiation
1134 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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