Solar Panels in Reading

United Kingdom · 51.46°N, 0.97°W

2out of 5

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,024 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

Annual Output

5,119kWh

Net Annual Savings

€507

Payback Period

13.3 yrs

25-Year Net

€9,494

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (23% of 5,119 kWh)1,177 kWh × 0.280 €/kWh
→ Savings from own usage+€330
Injected to grid (77% of production)3,942 kWh × 0.045 €/kWh
→ Feed-in revenue+€177
Net Annual Savings€507
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
272 kWh
438 kWh
574 kWh
603 kWh
606 kWh
612 kWh
553 kWh
476 kWh
346 kWh
242 kWh
184 kWh
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
MonthEnergy (kWh)Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January21450
February27264
March438104
April574141
May603150
June606154
July612157
August553141
September476119
October34684
November24257
December18443
Total5,1191,263

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,193 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

54 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

40° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source
EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates
51.45625°N, 0.97113°W
System Loss
14%
Optimal Inclination
40°
Optimal Azimuth
-5°
Yearly Irradiation
1263 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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