Solar Panels in Enfield, Greater London
Enfield is one of the larger towns in Greater London with a population of 330,875. With a solar yield of 958 kWh/kWp and 1,570+ sunshine hours per year, the numbers stack up well for homeowners here. A typical 4kWp system generates approximately 3,832 kWh annually, covering 101% of average household electricity use. With 0% VAT on installation, the typical cost is £6,600 to £8,500 for a 4kWp system, with payback in 11 to 13 years.
Enfield solar at a glance
Key Figures for Enfield
| Area Data | Value |
|---|---|
| Population | 330,875 (Census 2021) |
| Elevation | 30 metres |
| Postcode Area | EN1 |
| Location | Inland |
| Coordinates | 51.6520°N, 0.0800°W |
Population and housing data: ONS Census 2021.
Enfield council schemes, planning and neighbourhoods
Enfield takes part in the GLA's Warm Homes: Local Grant, which can include solar panels, and the borough has 22 conservation areas, most with Article 4 directions. Here is what applies before you get quotes.
Council scheme
Warm Homes: Local Grant
Enfield takes part through the GLA-led London consortium, with upgrades that may include insulation, solar panels and air source heat pumps for low-income households in homes rated EPC D or below. The council says it has had over 400 expressions of interest and not all eligible homes will receive upgrades.
Enfield Warm Homes: Local GrantPlanning in Enfield
22 conservation areas
Enfield has 22 conservation areas, each with a character appraisal. Article 4(2) directions from 2006 to 2009 cover parts of most of them, and Enfield Town has had its own Article 4(1) direction since 8 January 2018, so check the direction for your street before fitting panels.
Local advice
HEET
Free home visits with energy-saving advice and help with bills, run with Citizens Advice Enfield and Enfield Voluntary Action, with referrals to the Warm Homes: Local Grant.
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Enfield: Local Solar Energy Profile
Enfield is a large town in Greater London with a population of 330,875 (ONS Census 2021). The postcode area for Enfield is EN1. You'll need your full postcode when getting quotes from MCS-certified installers.
What you'll pay for solar in Enfield
What a typical home in Enfield needs, what it costs fitted with 0% VAT, and what it generates at Enfield's solar yield of 958 kWh per kWp:
1–2 bed
3 kWp, 7 panels
- Output in Enfield
- 2,874 kWh/yr
- Typical cost
- £5,700–£7,000
- Payback
- 13–15 years
3 bed
4 kWp, 10 panels
- Output in Enfield
- 3,832 kWh/yr
- Typical cost
- £6,600–£8,500
- Payback
- 11–13 years
4 bed
5 kWp, 12 panels
- Output in Enfield
- 4,790 kWh/yr
- Typical cost
- £8,300–£10,200
- Payback
- 11–13 years
5+ bed / EV
7 kWp, 16 panels
- Output in Enfield
- 6,706 kWh/yr
- Typical cost
- £11,000–£13,000
- Payback
- 9–11 years
Typical yearly use: 1–2 bed about 1,800 kWh, 3 bed about 2,700 kWh, 4 bed about 4,100 kWh, 5+ bed / EV 4,100 kWh or more. Payback assumes an average export rate; the best tariffs shorten it.
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Solar in Enfield, answered
How much do solar panels cost in Enfield?
A typical 10-panel (4 kWp) system costs £6,600–£8,500 fitted in Enfield, with 0% VAT. Install prices vary little across the UK, but output does: in Enfield that system generates about 3,832 kWh a year and saves around £682, paying back in roughly 11–13 years.
Is there a solar panel grant or council scheme in Enfield?
Warm Homes: Local Grant: Enfield takes part through the GLA-led London consortium, with upgrades that may include insulation, solar panels and air source heat pumps for low-income households in homes rated EPC D or below. The council says it has had over 400 expressions of interest and not all eligible homes will receive upgrades.
Do I need planning permission for solar panels in Enfield?
Usually not for an ordinary house. Enfield has 22 conservation areas, each with a character appraisal. Article 4(2) directions from 2006 to 2009 cover parts of most of them, and Enfield Town has had its own Article 4(1) direction since 8 January 2018, so check the direction for your street before fitting panels.
Where can I get solar advice in Enfield?
HEET: Free home visits with energy-saving advice and help with bills, run with Citizens Advice Enfield and Enfield Voluntary Action, with referrals to the Warm Homes: Local Grant.
How do I find a good solar installer in Enfield?
Use an MCS-certified installer, so you qualify for 0% VAT and Smart Export Guarantee payments, and compare at least three quotes for the same panels, inverter and warranty. Our Enfield reviews page ranks local firms by their Google and Trustpilot ratings.
Solar Guides & Resources
More on solar panels for Enfield homeowners:
Sources
- MCS, Microgeneration Certification Scheme
- MCS, Find a Certified Installer
- Ofgem, Smart Export Guarantee (SEG)
- PVGIS, EU Joint Research Centre (solar irradiance data)
- ONS, Census 2021
- Met Office, Climate Data
Last updated: November 2026
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