SolarInstallationinCardiff
£240,000
Avg House Price
~150,000
Households
900-950 kWh/kWp/yr
Solar Yield
2030
Net Zero Target
Why Solar Works in Cardiff
South Wales enjoys approximately 1,480 hours of sunshine per year, making it one of the better-performing regions in the UK for solar generation. Cardiff's growing suburbs and the Welsh Valleys both present strong solar opportunities.
Covering Cardiff, Newport, Swansea, and the wider South Wales region. We handle all planning considerations including conservation areas and listed buildings.
340+ Installations
Completed in Cardiff
MCS Certified
All engineers accredited
2-4 Week Lead Time
From survey to install
180 miles
From our Salford HQ
Cardiff Solar Potential
900+
kWh per kWp per year
3.7 hrs/day avg average sunshine. Optimal south-facing, tilted installation.
£0
Average annual saving
Typical Cardiff household with 4kWp system
2030
Net zero target
Cardiff council climate commitment
Planning in Cardiff
Planning Considerations
The Welsh Government has its own planning policies that support renewable energy installations. Most domestic solar panels fall under permitted development, though properties in national parks or conservation areas may need additional consent.
Areas We Cover in Wales
Postcode Districts Covered
All verified postcode districts within our Cardiff service area
Cardiff Neighbourhood Profiles
Cardiff and South Wales offer some of the best solar yields in the UK (~940 kWh/kWp/yr). Victorian terrace stock in Roath, Canton, and the Valleys contrasts with affluent Pontcanna villas and modern Penarth waterfront developments.
Pontcanna / Canton
CF11£415,000
avg price
Victorian villa / Edwardian semi
Affluent market; large roof areas; premium battery storage interest
Roath / Cathays
CF24£215,000
avg price
Victorian terrace
High student/HMO density; ECO4 opportunity in lower-income streets
Penarth
CF64£380,000
avg price
Edwardian semi-detached / waterfront
Marine-grade equipment required on exposed coastal plots
Rhondda Valley
CF40£95,000
avg price
Victorian terrace (miners' row)
High fuel poverty; Warm Homes Wales ECO4 priority area; south-facing valley sides excellent for solar
Newport (NP20)
NP20£175,000
avg price
Inter-war semi-detached
Growing market; Newport council net zero 2030; good ROI for 4 kW system
Council & Community Solar in Cardiff
Cardiff Council Climate Emergency 2030 & Warm Homes Wales
Cardiff Social Housing Solar Retrofit
~1.5 MW
Council-owned stock prioritised in Cardiff Net Zero Buildings strategy
Warm Homes Wales (Valleys Priority)
Multiple MW
Welsh Government ECO4-equivalent targeting fuel-poor Valleys communities
Cardiff Bay Commercial Solar
~600 kW
Welsh Government Estate including Senedd and associated buildings
Swansea Bay City Deal Solar
10 MW+
SA postcodes; tidal + solar hybrid under city region deal
EV Charging in Cardiff
~420
Public chargers
TfW (Transport for Wales) rapid charging hubs at train stations; Zap-Map shows strong CF and SA coverage; Welsh Government EV charging grant (up to £1,000 for home chargers) available
Home EV charging avoids public charging costs entirely. A 7.4kW home charger adds only ~4p/mile at Octopus Go tariff vs 40–70p/mile at public rapid chargers.
House Prices by Postcode
Available in Cardiff
Every aspect of your renewable energy journey, handled by one local team in Wales.
Recent Work in Cardiff
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What Our Clients Say
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Rating
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Tesla
Certified Installer
EcoFlow
Authorised Dealer
Octopus Energy
Trusted Partner
Phoenix Financial
Finance Partner
MCS Certified
Microgeneration Certification
NICEIC Approved
Electrical Contractor
RECC Member
Renewable Energy Consumer Code
Tesla Powerwall
Certified Installer
EcoFlow Partner
Authorised Installer
Octopus Energy
Trusted Partner
Octopus Energy
Partner of the Year
TSI Approved
Trading Standards Institute
EPVS Registered
PV Scheme Member
IWA Member
Insulated Wall Association
MCS Certified
Microgeneration Certification
NICEIC Approved
Electrical Contractor
RECC Member
Renewable Energy Consumer Code
Tesla Powerwall
Certified Installer
EcoFlow Partner
Authorised Installer
Octopus Energy
Trusted Partner
Octopus Energy
Partner of the Year
TSI Approved
Trading Standards Institute
EPVS Registered
PV Scheme Member
IWA Member
Insulated Wall Association
MCS Certified
Microgeneration Certification
NICEIC Approved
Electrical Contractor
RECC Member
Renewable Energy Consumer Code
Tesla Powerwall
Certified Installer
EcoFlow Partner
Authorised Installer
Octopus Energy
Trusted Partner
Octopus Energy
Partner of the Year
TSI Approved
Trading Standards Institute
EPVS Registered
PV Scheme Member
IWA Member
Insulated Wall Association
Ready for Solar in Cardiff?
Join the 340+ homeowners and businesses in Cardiff who already benefit from solar energy. Our local Wales team is ready to design the perfect system for your property.
Solar FAQs for Cardiff
In most cases, solar panels in Cardiff fall under permitted development rights and do not require planning permission, provided they meet standard size and placement conditions. The Welsh Government has its own planning policies that support renewable energy installations. Most domestic solar panels fall under permitted development, though properties in national parks or conservation areas may need additional consent. Our team handles all necessary applications and compliance checks as part of every installation.
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