Solar Panels in Torquay

United Kingdom · 50.46°N, 3.53°W

2out of 5

Solar Potential

Moderate

1,069 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

Annual Output

5,343kWh

Net Annual Savings

€517

Payback Period

13.1 yrs

25-Year Net

€9,762

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (22% of 5,343 kWh)1,175 kWh × 0.280 €/kWh
→ Savings from own usage+€329
Injected to grid (78% of production)4,167 kWh × 0.045 €/kWh
→ Feed-in revenue+€188
Net Annual Savings€517
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

193 kWh
269 kWh
457 kWh
618 kWh
658 kWh
659 kWh
649 kWh
597 kWh
504 kWh
344 kWh
228 kWh
167 kWh
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
MonthEnergy (kWh)Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January19345
February26963
March457108
April618150
May658163
June659166
July649165
August597150
September504124
October34483
November22854
December16739
Total5,3431,311

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,245 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

57 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

38° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source
EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates
50.46198°N, 3.52522°W
System Loss
14%
Optimal Inclination
38°
Optimal Azimuth
7°
Yearly Irradiation
1311 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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