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Kent • 20 postcode districts
Solar Energy in Rochester
Rochester in Kent receives an average of 1416 hours of sunshine per year across its 20 postcode districts. A typical 4kW solar panel system generates approximately 3,965 kWh annually, saving homeowners an average of £724 per year with a payback period of 9.5 years.
Why Choose Solar in Rochester?
Rochester benefits from 1416 hours of annual sunshine, making it an excellent location for solar panels. With electricity prices at around 24.5p/kWh and the Smart Export Guarantee paying for surplus energy, solar is a strong financial investment for homeowners in the area.
Solar panels in Rochester currently benefit from 0% VAT on installation (until March 2027), and eligible households may qualify for additional grants and funding. With a 9.5-year payback period, the investment pays for itself well within the 25-year panel warranty.
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Solar Savings by Postcode in Rochester
| # | Postcode | Sun Hours | Generation | Annual Savings | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ME20 | 1,446hrs | 4,049 kWh | £739/yr | 9.3 yrs |
| 2 | ME18 | 1,421hrs | 3,979 kWh | £727/yr | 9.5 yrs |
| 3 | ME19 | 1,422hrs | 3,982 kWh | £727/yr | 9.5 yrs |
| 4 | ME17 | 1,420hrs | 3,976 kWh | £726/yr | 9.5 yrs |
| 5 | ME16 | 1,419hrs | 3,973 kWh | £725/yr | 9.5 yrs |
| 6 | ME13 | 1,416hrs | 3,965 kWh | £724/yr | 9.5 yrs |
| 7 | ME14 | 1,417hrs | 3,968 kWh | £724/yr | 9.5 yrs |
| 8 | ME15 | 1,418hrs | 3,970 kWh | £724/yr | 9.5 yrs |
| 9 | ME12 | 1,415hrs | 3,962 kWh | £723/yr | 9.5 yrs |
| 10 | ME9 | 1,415hrs | 3,962 kWh | £723/yr | 9.5 yrs |
| 11 | ME10 | 1,413hrs | 3,956 kWh | £722/yr | 9.6 yrs |
| 12 | ME11 | 1,414hrs | 3,959 kWh | £722/yr | 9.6 yrs |
| 13 | ME7 | 1,413hrs | 3,956 kWh | £722/yr | 9.6 yrs |
| 14 | ME8 | 1,414hrs | 3,959 kWh | £722/yr | 9.6 yrs |
| 15 | ME4 | 1,410hrs | 3,948 kWh | £721/yr | 9.6 yrs |
| 16 | ME5 | 1,411hrs | 3,951 kWh | £721/yr | 9.6 yrs |
| 17 | ME6 | 1,412hrs | 3,954 kWh | £721/yr | 9.6 yrs |
| 18 | ME2 | 1,408hrs | 3,942 kWh | £720/yr | 9.6 yrs |
| 19 | ME3 | 1,409hrs | 3,945 kWh | £720/yr | 9.6 yrs |
| 20 | ME1 | 1,407hrs | 3,940 kWh | £719/yr | 9.6 yrs |
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