Solar Panels in the EH26 Postcode Area
The EH26 postcode area covers Penicuik and surrounding areas in Midlothian. A typical 4kWp solar panel system here generates around 3,312 kWh per year, saving an estimated £927/yr on electricity bills and covering roughly 87% of average household electricity usage.
Solar Performance in EH26
About Solar in EH26, Penicuik
Homeowners in the EH26 postcode area are eligible for 0% VAT on solar panel installations, making 2026 an excellent time to invest in solar energy. With 828 kWh generated per kWp of installed capacity, the EH26 area benefits from reasonable 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 Midlothian qualify for SEG payments from energy suppliers.
Midlothian in Scotland generates 835 kWh per kWp, about 9% below the UK average of 920 kWh/kWp. Just south of Edinburgh, Midlothian benefits from the drier east coast climate and has seen rapid housing growth in recent years, with many new-build developments incorporating solar panels from the outset.