Solar panels in Edinburgh cost from £4,500 with 0% VAT until March 2027. A typical 4kW system saves £950–£1,200/year. Calculate yours below.
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Edinburgh-specific data for 2026. All system prices include 0% VAT. Savings based on Edinburgh solar irradiance of ~1,350 kWh/m²/year.
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All prices include 0% VAT until 31 March 2027 — saving Edinburgh homeowners up to £700 versus the standard rate. A 4kW south-facing system generates 3,200–3,600 kWh per year in Edinburgh's climate.
Adding battery storage lets Edinburgh homeowners capture surplus daytime solar and use it at night. Combined with Octopus Intelligent Flux (up to 30p/kWh export), battery owners see total annual savings of £1,100–£1,500.
Edinburgh homeowners qualify for a £7,500 Home Energy Scotland grant plus a £7,500 interest-free loan on heat pump installations. Rural Edinburgh properties receive an additional £1,500 uplift. Net cost can be as low as £8,000.
Combine your Edinburgh solar panels with an EV charger and charge your car on free solar electricity. Smart scheduling maximises self-consumption, saving Edinburgh drivers an additional £600–£900 per year on fuel costs.
Edinburgh irradiance
~1,350 kWh/m²/yr
0% VAT saving (6kW)
up to £700
SEG export rate
up to 30p/kWh
0% VAT expires
31 March 2027
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| System | Without Solar | With Solar | Annual Saving | Payback |
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| South-facing 4kW | £1,740/yr | ~£600/yr | £1,140/yr | ~8 yrs |
| SW/SE 4kW | £1,740/yr | ~£750/yr | ~£990/yr | ~9 yrs |
| 4kW + battery | £1,740/yr | ~£400/yr | ~£1,340/yr | ~10 yrs |
| 6kW + battery | £1,740/yr | ~£250/yr | ~£1,490/yr | ~10.5 yrs |
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MCS Certified — industry-mandatory quality standard
Full scaffolding, materials & labour included
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All prices include 0% VAT (valid until 31 March 2027), full installation, scaffolding, and MCS certification. No hidden costs.
0% VAT expires 31 March 2027. A standard 6kW system at 5% VAT adds ~£390 to the cost. Book before March 2027 to lock in the saving.
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6kW system with Tesla Powerwall 3 from £14,500. Annual saving up to £1,800+ with Octopus Intelligent Flux. The highest-ROI combination for Edinburgh homes with high electricity usage.
Find out exactly how much solar panels cost for your Edinburgh home — and how much you'll save per year
£4,500
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We install solar panels across all Edinburgh postcode areas. Savings vary slightly by location, roof direction and shading.
Morningside, Liberton, Gilmerton
Portobello, Craigmillar, Newcraighall
Corstorphine, Murrayfield, Balerno
Leith, Trinity, Granton, Newhaven
New Town, Old Town, Marchmont
Musselburgh, Penicuik, Livingston
Edinburgh's World Heritage Site and conservation areas require specialist knowledge. We have extensive experience installing solar on Edinburgh tenements and listed properties, working within planning guidance. Ask about your specific postcode.
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Solar panels in Edinburgh cost from £4,500 for a 3kW system to £7,800 for a 6kW system — all including 0% VAT until 31 March 2027. Adding battery storage costs from £3,200 extra for a GivEnergy 5kWh, or from £6,500 for a Tesla Powerwall 3. A 6kW system with Tesla Powerwall 3 is from £14,500. Call 0141 230 0198 for a free Edinburgh quote.
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Solar panels in Edinburgh cost from £4,500 with 0% VAT. A typical Edinburgh home saves £950–£1,200/year — generating over £24,000 in savings across 25 years.
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