Solar Panels in Rayleigh

United Kingdom · 51.59°N, 0.60°E

2out of 5

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,084 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

Annual Output

5,422kWh

Net Annual Savings

€524

Payback Period

12.9 yrs

25-Year Net

€10,005

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (22% of 5,422 kWh)1,193 kWh × 0.280 €/kWh
→ Savings from own usage+€334
Injected to grid (78% of production)4,229 kWh × 0.045 €/kWh
→ Feed-in revenue+€190
Net Annual Savings€524
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

213 kWh
288 kWh
457 kWh
609 kWh
637 kWh
639 kWh
643 kWh
590 kWh
511 kWh
370 kWh
265 kWh
199 kWh
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
MonthEnergy (kWh)Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January21349
February28867
March457109
April609149
May637159
June639161
July643165
August590150
September511127
October37089
November26562
December19946
Total5,4221,333

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,263 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

57 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

40° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source
EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates
51.58571°N, 0.60459°E
System Loss
14%
Optimal Inclination
40°
Optimal Azimuth
-2°
Yearly Irradiation
1333 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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