Solar Panels in Saffron Walden

United Kingdom · 52.02°N, 0.24°E

2out of 5

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,045 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

Annual Output

5,227kWh

Net Annual Savings

€505

Payback Period

13.4 yrs

25-Year Net

€9,403

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (22% of 5,227 kWh)1,150 kWh × 0.280 €/kWh
→ Savings from own usage+€322
Injected to grid (78% of production)4,077 kWh × 0.045 €/kWh
→ Feed-in revenue+€183
Net Annual Savings€505
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

207 kWh
278 kWh
445 kWh
590 kWh
610 kWh
613 kWh
619 kWh
566 kWh
500 kWh
361 kWh
252 kWh
184 kWh
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
MonthEnergy (kWh)Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January20748
February27865
March445106
April590144
May610152
June613155
July619159
August566143
September500124
October36187
November25259
December18443
Total5,2271,284

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,218 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

55 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

40° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source
EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates
52.02337°N, 0.24234°E
System Loss
14%
Optimal Inclination
40°
Optimal Azimuth
-4°
Yearly Irradiation
1284 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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