Solar panels in Dundee
£3,320 to £10,560 installed, 1,330 hours of sun a year, and 3,365 installations already in the council area.
What a system costs in Dundee
3kWp
£3,320–£4,820
Saves up to £391 a year. Pays back in about 10 years.
4kWp (most common)
£5,220–£6,950
Saves up to £668 a year. Pays back in about 9 years.
6kWp
£7,560–£10,560
Saves up to £925 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.
Dundee in numbers
Published statistics for the Dundee City council area, not our estimates.
At the end of 2025 there were 3,365 solar PV installations in the Dundee City council area, about 47 for every 1,000 households, with 11.6 MW of capacity between them. The count covers every size of installation, on homes and businesses. An estimated 42% of homes in the Dundee City council area are rated EPC D to G.
| Dundee City council area | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Solar PV installations (all sizes) | 3,365 (47 per 1,000 households) | DESNZ, end of 2025 |
| Homes rated EPC D to G (survey estimate) | 42% | Scottish House Condition Survey 2022 to 2024 |
| Households on mains gas heating only | 75.6% | Scotland's Census 2022, NRS |
| Electricity network operator | SSEN Distribution (North Scotland) | NESO licence area boundaries |
Dundee is served by SSEN Distribution, the electricity network operator for North Scotland. 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. Dundee is close to the edge of the North Scotland area, so some homes may be on a neighbouring network.
These are published official statistics for the Dundee City council area, which covers Dundee, not Home Energy Quotes estimates. Sources checked 6 October 2026.
Is Dundee a good place for solar panels?
Dundee receives an average of 1330 hours of sunshine per year — below the UK average of 1,493 hours, though solar panels still generate meaningful power. Combined with Scotland’s energy prices tracking the UK average, solar panels installations here may offer good value (individual results will vary).
Dundee has a population of 148,000, and the area falls within the Scotland region. We recommend getting at least 3 quotes to compare prices.
Find Installers in Dundee
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 Dundee
- Qualifications — check the installer holds relevant qualifications and certifications for solar panels before signing any contract
- Local references — ask for completed jobs in Dundee or Angus
- 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 Dundee
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Is there a grant for solar panels in Dundee?
Solar panels in Dundee 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 Dundee?
Do I need planning permission in Dundee?
How do I find a good installer in Dundee?
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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.