Solar installers in East of England.

By the numbers

East of England sun, measured.

≈1,018–1,086 kWh per kWp a year, above the UK average

For every kilowatt of panels, a well-placed roof across East of England generates roughly this much a year, with where you land in the range depending on your town, roof direction, pitch and shading. The roof check estimates it for your exact address.

Sun figures from PVGIS. How we measure.

Local context

Roofs across East of England.

What East of England roofs tend to be like:

• Open, unshaded roofs. Flat countryside and low-rise towns mean less overshadowing from hills and tall neighbours, which helps a roof reach its full estimate.
• Period and flint cottages. Norfolk and Suffolk have plenty of older stock, including thatch in places. Thatched roofs rule out roof-mounted panels, and a survey confirms suitability.
• Growth corridors. Cambridge, Peterborough and the A1 and M11 corridors have fast-growing new-build estates with modern, solar-ready roofs.

Grants & support

What help is available in East of England?

Solar and battery installations across the UK are currently zero-rated for VAT until 31 March 2027 — a straight saving on the installed price for every household, with no application needed. In England, ECO4 and the Warm Homes scheme can help eligible lower-income households with energy-efficiency measures through their energy supplier or local council.

Eligibility for grant schemes depends on your income, home and circumstances, and the schemes change. We keep the current picture on one page rather than guess what you'll qualify for.