Solar Panels in East Midlands
DNO: Western Power (EMID) • 161 postcodes
Solar Energy Overview: East Midlands
The East Midlands electricity region is managed by Western Power (EMID), covering 161 postcode districts across 6 counties. With an average of 1344 sun hours per year, solar panels in this region generate approximately 3,763 kWh annually from a 4kW system.
The average electricity price in this region is 24p/kWh, and the Smart Export Guarantee pays an average of 12p/kWh for exported electricity. Combined, homeowners save an average of £677 per year with solar panels.
Grid carbon intensity in this region is approximately 200g CO₂/kWh, meaning every kWh of solar energy you generate displaces 200g of carbon emissions.
Counties in East Midlands
| County | Postcodes | Avg Sun Hours | Avg Savings | Avg Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greater London | 330 | 1405hrs | £716/yr | 10.3 yrs |
| Leicestershire | 21 | 1355hrs | £683/yr | 8.9 yrs |
| Nottinghamshire | 30 | 1315hrs | £663/yr | 9.2 yrs |
| Northamptonshire | 19 | 1311hrs | £661/yr | 9.2 yrs |
| Derbyshire | 23 | 1293hrs | £652/yr | 9.4 yrs |
| Lincolnshire | 13 | 1282hrs | £646/yr | 9.4 yrs |
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