United Kingdom
Manchester rooftop solar case study
Smart import/export tariffs and high daytime prices keep UK rooftops competitive.
Payback / System Size
System Size
6.2 kW
Annual Yield
5,900 kWh per year
Payback
6.2 years
Avg install cost
€10,800
Annual savings
€1,750 per year
Lifetime value
€29,000
Why this city shines
Manchester semis with 6.2 kW setups ride flexible import tariffs to offset heavy heat-pump demand.
Rooftop solar in Manchester works with a 6.2 kW array that delivers about 5,900 kWh yearly. Install costs near €10,800 translate to roughly €1,750 annual savings and a 6.2-year payback under typical tariffs.
Offsets roughly 2.4 tonnes of CO2 annually.