Solar panel installation by postcode
See if solar makes sense at your location. We use your local sunshine, your region's electricity prices, and a sensible system size for your home.
Median: 955 kWh/kW. Sunshine varies across Britain, so generation does too.
Standing charge ranges 44.62–69.95 p/day.
Most homes land between 3–6 kW. We'll size yours sensibly on your postcode page.
Sunniest regions in Britain
More sunshine means more generation. These regions see the highest annual output from a typical south-facing solar array.
Regions with less sunshine
Solar still works here—returns are just a bit slower. Your postcode page shows whether it makes sense for your home.
Where solar saves you the most
These regions combine decent sunshine with higher electricity prices—a sweet spot for bill savings. We'll calculate your exact numbers on your page.
What you'll see on your postcode page
Your local numbers
Sunshine data for your area, plus your region's current Ofgem price cap (unit rate and daily charge).
Simple calculator
Break-even time, upfront cost, annual benefit, and 25-year profit—all in plain English.
Battery option explained
An honest look at when batteries extend payback, and when they still make sense for your situation.
Full assumptions
Every calculation is transparent. No black boxes, no hidden guesswork.
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Built on official data
We use Ofgem regional price caps (quarterly), PVGIS solar yields, and EPC open data (aggregated). No guesswork—just transparent calculations.
Rates: 2025Q4. PVGIS assumes a south-facing array at an optimal tilt; your page lets you adjust aspect/size/battery.
Ready for quotes?
After you've checked your numbers, you can request quotes from a trusted MCS-certified installer—and they'll handle the paperwork.