Solar Panels in the CF62 Postcode Area
The CF62 postcode area covers Barry and surrounding areas in Vale of Glamorgan. A typical 4kWp solar panel system here generates around 3,580 kWh per year, saving an estimated £1,002/yr on electricity bills and covering roughly 94% of average household electricity usage.
Solar Performance in CF62
About Solar in CF62, Barry
Homeowners in the CF62 postcode area are eligible for 0% VAT on solar panel installations, making 2026 an excellent time to invest in solar energy. With 895 kWh generated per kWp of installed capacity, the CF62 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 Vale of Glamorgan qualify for SEG payments from energy suppliers.
The Vale of Glamorgan in Wales generates 890 kWh per kWp, about 3% below the UK average of 920 kWh/kWp. South of Cardiff on the Bristol Channel coast, the Vale is one of Wales's sunniest areas with its south-facing aspect and low-lying fertile farmland, enjoying conditions more typical of southwest England.