Solar Panels in York

United Kingdom · 53.96°N, 1.08°W

1out of 5

Solar Potential

Low

974 kWh per kWp installed capacity

Your Solar Savings Estimate

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Data last updated: March 2026

Annual Output

4,870kWh

Net Annual Savings

€482

Payback Period

14.0 yrs

25-Year Net

€8,702

Savings Breakdown

Self-consumed (23% of 4,870 kWh)1,120 kWh × 0.280 €/kWh
→ Savings from own usage+€314
Injected to grid (77% of production)3,750 kWh × 0.045 €/kWh
→ Feed-in revenue+€169
Net Annual Savings€482
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

189 kWh
259 kWh
433 kWh
554 kWh
600 kWh
564 kWh
577 kWh
541 kWh
451 kWh
318 kWh
216 kWh
168 kWh
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
MonthEnergy (kWh)Irradiation (kWh/m²)
January18944
February25961
March433103
April554135
May600149
June564143
July577147
August541137
September451112
October31877
November21651
December16839
Total4,8701,197

Environmental Impact

CO2 Saved Per Year

1,135 kg

Equivalent Trees Planted

52 trees

Optimal Panel Angle

42° tilt

Technical Details

Data Source
EU PVGIS v5.3
Coordinates
53.95763°N, 1.08271°W
System Loss
14%
Optimal Inclination
42°
Optimal Azimuth
-4°
Yearly Irradiation
1197 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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