Solar panels in Bath
£3,580 to £11,260 installed, 1,630 hours of sun a year, and 6,011 installations already in the council area.
What a system costs in Bath
3kWp
£3,580–£5,020
Saves up to £395 a year. Pays back in about 11 years.
4kWp (most common)
£5,600–£7,740
Saves up to £611 a year. Pays back in about 11 years.
6kWp
£8,330–£11,260
Saves up to £988 a year. Pays back in about 10 years.
Source: Home Energy Quotes Cost Index, costs modelled March 2026, savings at the October to December 2026 price cap. Prices are estimates and include installation and VAT. Actual costs may vary.
Bath in numbers
Published statistics for the Bath and North East Somerset council area, not our estimates.
At the end of 2025 there were 6,011 solar PV installations in the Bath and North East Somerset council area, about 75.8 for every 1,000 households, with 56.8 MW of capacity between them. The count covers every size of installation, on homes and businesses. 50% of homes with an EPC in the Bath and North East Somerset council area are rated D to G, and the median energy score is 68, which is band D.
| Bath and North East Somerset council area | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Solar PV installations (all sizes) | 6,011 (75.8 per 1,000 households) | DESNZ, end of 2025 |
| Homes with an EPC rated D to G | 50% | ONS, EPCs lodged to March 2025 |
| Median EPC energy score | 68 (band D) | ONS, EPCs lodged to March 2025 |
| Households on mains gas heating only | 74.3% | Census 2021, ONS |
| Warm Homes: Local Grant, 2025 to 2028 | £12,662,001 to the consortium led by Bristol, City of | DESNZ, list updated July 2026 |
| Electricity network operator | National Grid Electricity Distribution (South West England) | NESO licence area boundaries |
Bath is served by National Grid Electricity Distribution, the electricity network operator for South West England. Solar panels have to be registered with the network operator. Your installer normally does this: smaller systems are notified after installation, and larger ones need approval before work starts.
These are published official statistics for the Bath and North East Somerset council area, which covers Bath, not Home Energy Quotes estimates. Sources checked 6 October 2026.
Is Bath a good place for solar panels?
Bath receives an average of 1630 hours of sunshine per year — slightly above the UK average of 1,493 hours. Combined with South West’s energy prices tracking the UK average, solar panels installations here may offer good value (individual results will vary).
Bath has a population of 88,000, and the area falls within the South West region. We recommend getting at least 3 quotes to compare prices.
Find Installers in Bath
We recommend getting at least 3 quotes from qualified installers before making a decision. Check reviews, ask for local references, and make sure warranties are clearly stated in writing.
What to check before hiring an installer in Bath
- Qualifications — check the installer holds relevant qualifications and certifications for solar panels before signing any contract
- Local references — ask for completed jobs in Bath or Somerset
- Reviews — check online reviews before committing
- Warranty — product and workmanship warranties should be clearly stated in writing
- 3 quotes minimum — we recommend comparing at least three quotes to ensure you get a fair price
Questions about solar panels in Bath
How much do solar panels cost in Bath?
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Is there a grant for solar panels in Bath?
Solar panels in Bath qualify for 0% VAT until March 2027. In Great Britain, the Smart Export Guarantee pays for surplus electricity you export to the grid, at a rate each supplier sets.
How long is the payback period in Bath?
Do I need planning permission in Bath?
How do I find a good installer in Bath?
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Last reviewed: . Costs are modelled estimates from the Home Energy Quotes Cost Index — see how we calculate them. Grant rates are checked against GOV.UK.