How much energy do solar panels produce in St Albans?

A 5 kWp solar panel system in St Albans, United Kingdom produces approximately 5,136 kWh per year, based on EU PVGIS data.

How much can you save with solar panels in St Albans?

A 5 kWp system without battery saves approximately €497 per year (accounting for 22% self-consumption and feed-in tariff for surplus). The payback period is 13.6 years.

What is the optimal panel angle in St Albans?

The optimal tilt angle for solar panels in St Albans is 40 degrees facing -5 degrees from south.

Solar Panels in St Albans

United Kingdom · 51.75°N, 0.33°W

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,027 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

Configure system size and battery to see realistic savings

Data last updated: March 2026

System Size

Battery Storage

Annual Output

5,136kWh

Net Annual Savings

€497

Payback Period

13.6 yrs

25-Year Net

€9,122

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (22% of 5,136 kWh)1,130 kWh × 0.280 €/kWh

→ Savings from own usage+€316

Injected to grid (78% of production)4,006 kWh × 0.045 €/kWh

→ Feed-in revenue+€180

Net Annual Savings€497

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

209 kWh

272 kWh

441 kWh

576 kWh

600 kWh

608 kWh

613 kWh

560 kWh

485 kWh

347 kWh

244 kWh

183 kWh

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Dec

Month	Energy (kWh)	Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January	209	48
February	272	64
March	441	105
April	576	141
May	600	149
June	608	154
July	613	157
August	560	142
September	485	121
October	347	84
November	244	58
December	183	43
Total	5,136	1,265

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,197 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

54 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

40° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source: EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates: 51.75°N, 0.33333°W
System Loss: 14%
Optimal Inclination: 40°
Optimal Azimuth: -5°
Yearly Irradiation: 1265 kWh/m2
Retail Electricity Price: 0.280 EUR/kWh
Feed-in Tariff: 0.045 EUR/kWh
Install Cost: 1,350 EUR/kWp

€1,440

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