Solar Panels in the CF34 Postcode Area
The CF34 postcode area covers Maesteg and surrounding areas in Bridgend. A typical 4kWp solar panel system here generates around 3,480 kWh per year, saving an estimated £974/yr on electricity bills and covering roughly 92% of average household electricity usage.
Solar Performance in CF34
About Solar in CF34, Maesteg
Homeowners in the CF34 postcode area are eligible for 0% VAT on solar panel installations, making 2026 an excellent time to invest in solar energy. With 870 kWh generated per kWp of installed capacity, the CF34 area benefits from near-average solar irradiance for the UK.
Through the Smart Export Guarantee (SEG), you can also earn money by exporting surplus electricity back to the grid. Most MCS-certified installations in Bridgend qualify for SEG payments from energy suppliers.
Bridgend in Wales generates 875 kWh per kWp, about 5% below the UK average of 920 kWh/kWp. Located on the South Wales coast between Cardiff and Swansea, Bridgend benefits from its Bristol Channel proximity which brings milder conditions and more sunshine than the nearby valleys.