Solar Panels in Rottingdean

United Kingdom · 50.81°N, 0.06°W

2out of 5

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,179 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

Annual Output

5,895kWh

Net Annual Savings

€556

Payback Period

12.1 yrs

25-Year Net

€10,982

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (21% of 5,895 kWh)1,238 kWh × 0.280 €/kWh
→ Savings from own usage+€347
Injected to grid (79% of production)4,657 kWh × 0.045 €/kWh
→ Feed-in revenue+€210
Net Annual Savings€556
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

230 kWh
312 kWh
508 kWh
670 kWh
698 kWh
713 kWh
724 kWh
639 kWh
546 kWh
383 kWh
263 kWh
209 kWh
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
MonthEnergy (kWh)Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January23053
February31272
March508119
April670161
May698171
June713177
July724181
August639160
September546134
October38392
November26362
December20948
Total5,8951,431

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,374 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

62 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

40° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source
EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates
50.80984°N, 0.05939°W
System Loss
14%
Optimal Inclination
40°
Optimal Azimuth
2°
Yearly Irradiation
1431 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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