Solar Panels in Cambridgeshire
A typical 10-panel (4 kWp) solar system in Cambridgeshire costs £6,000–£7,800 with 0% VAT and makes about 3,780 kWh a year, 3% above the UK average. That saves around £690 a year and pays back in 9–11 yrs.
167 MCS-certified solar installers currently listed serving Cambridgeshire, 73 based in the county, averaging 4.8/5 on Google across 6,209 reviews. Browse solar panel installers in Cambridgeshire →
How much do solar panels cost in Cambridgeshire?
Installed prices with 0% VAT, with output, savings and payback worked out for Cambridgeshire's solar yield of 945 kWh per kWp (3% above the UK average).
| System | Installed cost | Output in Cambridgeshire | Saving a year | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 kWp (7 panels) | £5,000–£6,400 | ~2,835 kWh | ~£520 | 10–12 yrs |
| 4 kWp (10 panels) | £6,000–£7,800 | ~3,780 kWh | ~£690 | 9–11 yrs |
| 5 kWp (12 panels) | £7,200–£9,200 | ~4,725 kWh | ~£870 | 8–10 yrs |
Savings assume 40% of the output is used at home at the Ofgem price cap and the rest exported at the average Smart Export Guarantee rate. See UK solar panel costs for battery prices and the big suppliers' published prices, or work out your own figures with the solar calculator.
How much electricity do solar panels make in Cambridgeshire?
A south-facing system in Cambridgeshire makes about 945 kWh per kWp a year, against a UK average of 920, with around 1,520 hours of sunshine a year (#22 of 102 UK areas). Across the county, output ranges from 936 kWh/kWp in St Neots to 949 kWh/kWp in Ramsey.
| Town | Solar yield | 4 kWp output a year |
|---|---|---|
| Ramsey | 949 kWh/kWp | ~3,796 kWh |
| Huntingdon | 948 kWh/kWp | ~3,792 kWh |
| Godmanchester | 948 kWh/kWp | ~3,792 kWh |
| Wisbech | 947 kWh/kWp | ~3,788 kWh |
| St Ives | 947 kWh/kWp | ~3,788 kWh |
| Soham | 947 kWh/kWp | ~3,788 kWh |
| Teversham | 947 kWh/kWp | ~3,788 kWh |
| Cambridge | 946 kWh/kWp | ~3,784 kWh |
| Ely | 945 kWh/kWp | ~3,780 kWh |
| Whittlesey | 945 kWh/kWp | ~3,780 kWh |
Solar panel grants and schemes in Cambridgeshire
Every home gets 0% VAT on solar panels and batteries until 31 March 2027, and can earn from exported power through the Smart Export Guarantee. On top of that, these schemes can help eligible households in Cambridgeshire:
Warm Homes: Local Grant (Action on Energy Cambridgeshire)
Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Action on Energy, a partnership of Cambridgeshire's councils, runs this grant. Measures include rooftop solar panels and battery storage, insulation and air source heat pumps for homes rated EPC D to G where the household earns up to £36,000, gets certain means-tested benefits or lives in an eligible area. Funding for this financial year is fully allocated, but you can register interest for the next phase.
Warm Homes: Local Grant in CambridgeshireWarm Homes Loan Scheme
Government-backed lower-interest loans of up to £15,000 for solar panels and up to £15,000 for a battery, through participating lenders.
How it worksDo you need planning permission in Cambridgeshire?
Usually not. Most roof panels on houses are permitted development, so no planning application is needed. Listed buildings need listed building consent, and conservation areas or Article 4 directions can add limits, so check with the council if either applies. Planning rules in full.
Cambridge: Conservation areas
Cambridge has 18 conservation areas, including Mill Road, Newnham Croft, Trumpington and West Cambridge. South Cambridgeshire has a further 85.
Greater Cambridge conservation areas
Who connects solar panels to the grid in Cambridgeshire?
UK Power Networks is the electricity network operator for Cambridgeshire. Your installer deals with them: a system up to 3.68 kW per phase (about 8 panels) only needs a notification after fitting (G98), while a larger system or a big battery needs approval before it goes in (G99), which can add a few weeks. Check your operator by postcode.
Top-rated solar installers in Cambridgeshire
167 MCS-certified installers serve Cambridgeshire (73 based in the county), averaging 4.8/5 on Google across 6,209 reviews. These are the highest rated with at least 10 reviews.
Everyone's Energy UK Limited
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Resolve Home Energy Ltd
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Green Energy Electrical Ltd
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Solar panels in Cambridgeshire: common questions
How much do solar panels cost in Cambridgeshire?
£6,000–£7,800 for a typical 4 kWp (10-panel) system with 0% VAT, £5,000–£6,400 for 3 kWp and £7,200–£9,200 for 5 kWp. A battery adds about £2,500–£4,000 for 5 kWh.
How much electricity do solar panels generate in Cambridgeshire?
About 945 kWh per kWp a year, 3% above the UK average of 920. A 4 kWp system makes about 3,780 kWh a year. Across the county, output ranges from 936 kWh/kWp in St Neots to 949 kWh/kWp in Ramsey.
Are there solar panel grants in Cambridgeshire?
Warm Homes: Local Grant (Action on Energy Cambridgeshire), Warm Homes Loan Scheme, ECO4 can help with the cost for eligible homes. Everyone gets 0% VAT on installation until 31 March 2027, and export payments through the Smart Export Guarantee.
Do I need planning permission for solar panels in Cambridgeshire?
Usually not: most roof panels on houses are permitted development. Listed buildings need consent, and conservation areas or Article 4 directions can add limits, for example in Cambridge, so check with the council if either applies.
Who is the electricity network operator in Cambridgeshire?
UK Power Networks is the network operator for Cambridgeshire. Your installer notifies them: systems up to 3.68 kW per phase just notify after fitting (G98), larger ones need approval first (G99).
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Sources
- Ofgem: Smart Export Guarantee
- MCS: Microgeneration Certification Scheme
- HMRC: 0% VAT on Energy Saving Materials
- PVGIS: Solar Irradiance Data
Last updated: November 2026
Fact-checked by John Rooney, Solar Energy Editor. Editorial policy
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