Solar Panels in the CF82 Postcode Area
The CF82 postcode area covers Ystrad Mynach and surrounding areas in Caerphilly. A typical 4kWp solar panel system here generates around 3,456 kWh per year, saving an estimated £968/yr on electricity bills and covering roughly 91% of average household electricity usage.
Solar Performance in CF82
About Solar in CF82, Ystrad Mynach
Homeowners in the CF82 postcode area are eligible for 0% VAT on solar panel installations, making 2026 an excellent time to invest in solar energy. With 864 kWh generated per kWp of installed capacity, the CF82 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 Caerphilly qualify for SEG payments from energy suppliers.
Caerphilly in Wales generates 865 kWh per kWp, about 6% below the UK average of 920 kWh/kWp. Situated in the South Wales valleys north of Cardiff, Caerphilly is home to one of the largest medieval castles in Europe and benefits from some shelter provided by the Brecon Beacons to the north.