Solar Panels in Retford

United Kingdom · 53.32°N, 0.94°W

2out of 5

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,007 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

Annual Output

5,035kWh

Net Annual Savings

€499

Payback Period

13.5 yrs

25-Year Net

€9,228

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (23% of 5,035 kWh)1,158 kWh × 0.280 €/kWh
→ Savings from own usage+€324
Injected to grid (77% of production)3,877 kWh × 0.045 €/kWh
→ Feed-in revenue+€174
Net Annual Savings€499
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

197 kWh
274 kWh
445 kWh
560 kWh
609 kWh
575 kWh
592 kWh
559 kWh
475 kWh
337 kWh
234 kWh
179 kWh
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
MonthEnergy (kWh)Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January19745
February27464
March445105
April560136
May609151
June575145
July592151
August559141
September475118
October33781
November23455
December17942
Total5,0351,235

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,173 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

53 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

42° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source
EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates
53.32213°N, 0.94315°W
System Loss
14%
Optimal Inclination
42°
Optimal Azimuth
-5°
Yearly Irradiation
1235 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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