Solar panels in Oldham
£3,290 to £10,390 installed, 1,410 hours of sun a year, and 3,636 installations already in the council area.
What a system costs in Oldham
3kWp
£3,290–£4,920
Saves up to £387 a year. Pays back in about 11 years.
4kWp (most common)
£5,080–£7,030
Saves up to £628 a year. Pays back in about 10 years.
6kWp
£7,500–£10,390
Saves up to £963 a year. Pays back in about 9 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.
Oldham in numbers
Published statistics for the Oldham council area, not our estimates.
At the end of 2025 there were 3,636 solar PV installations in the Oldham council area, about 39 for every 1,000 households, with 17.5 MW of capacity between them. The count covers every size of installation, on homes and businesses. 53% of homes with an EPC in the Oldham council area are rated D to G, and the median energy score is 68, which is band D.
| Oldham council area | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Solar PV installations (all sizes) | 3,636 (39 per 1,000 households) | DESNZ, end of 2025 |
| Homes with an EPC rated D to G | 53% | 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 | 80.7% | Census 2021, ONS |
| Warm Homes: Local Grant, 2025 to 2028 | Paid through Greater Manchester Combined Authority | DESNZ, list updated July 2026 |
| Electricity network operator | Electricity North West (North West England) | NESO licence area boundaries |
Oldham is served by Electricity North West, the electricity network operator for North 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 Oldham council area, which covers Oldham, not Home Energy Quotes estimates. Sources checked 6 October 2026.
Is Oldham a good place for solar panels?
Oldham receives an average of 1410 hours of sunshine per year — close to the UK average of 1,493 hours. Combined with North West’s energy prices tracking the UK average, solar panels installations here may offer good value (individual results will vary).
Oldham has a population of 229,000, and the area falls within the North West region. We recommend getting at least 3 quotes to compare prices.
Find Installers in Oldham
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 Oldham
- Qualifications — check the installer holds relevant qualifications and certifications for solar panels before signing any contract
- Local references — ask for completed jobs in Oldham or Greater Manchester
- 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
Solar Panels by Area in Oldham
Explore our detailed neighbourhood guides covering every area of Oldham. Each guide includes local costs, available grants and qualified installers near you.
Questions about solar panels in Oldham
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Is there a grant for solar panels in Oldham?
Solar panels in Oldham 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.
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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.