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Cheshire35 miles from HQ

SolarInstallationinCrewe

150+ Installations3.5 hrs/day avgPop. 76,437

£178,000

Avg House Price

~24,000

Households

870-920 kWh/kWp/yr

Solar Yield

2045

Net Zero Target

Why Solar Works in Crewe

Crewe is home to Bentley Motors — 36,418 solar panels covering 60,911 sq m (9 football pitches), generating 10MW and supplying 75% of daytime electricity. Includes the UK's largest solar car port (10,000 panels, 2.7MW). Carbon neutral since 2018 (PAS 2060 certified). Leighton Hospital (540 beds) is confirmed for a £1-1.5 billion rebuild starting 2027-2028 — over 60% of the site uses deteriorating RAAC planks. Massive future solar opportunity. Wistaston (£296k) and Nantwich (£290k+) provide the affluent residential market.

Crewe is home to Bentley Motors — 36,418 solar panels covering 60,911 sq m (9 football pitches), generating 10MW and supplying 75% of daytime electricity. Includes the UK's largest solar car port (10,000 panels, 2.7MW). Carbon neutral since 2018. One of the UK's most important rail junctions with 12 platforms.

150+ Installations

Completed in Crewe

MCS Certified

All engineers accredited

2-4 Week Lead Time

From survey to install

35 miles

From our Salford HQ

Solar installation in Crewe

Crewe Solar Potential

Solar Yield

870+

kWh per kWp per year

3.5 hrs/day avg average sunshine. Optimal south-facing, tilted installation.

£0

Average annual saving

Typical Crewe household with 4kWp system

2045

Net zero target

Crewe council climate commitment

Planning in Crewe

Planning Considerations

Part of Cheshire East Council with net zero target 2045. Crewe station has 12 platforms, one of UK's most important junctions on the West Coast Main Line. HS2 Phase 2a cancellation (October 2023) was a blow. Basford East/West combined 1,220+ homes approved with Taylor Wimpey, Lovell, and Goodman active.

Areas We Cover in Cheshire

Crewe Town CentreNantwichSandbachMiddlewichAlsagerCongletonWistastonHaslingtonShavingtonBasford

Postcode Districts Covered

All verified postcode districts within our Crewe service area

CW1CW2

Trusted by Homeowners

What Our Clients Say

4.9

Rating

0+

Reviews

Battery Storage

Andy gave me great advice about adding a battery to my existing system. He was very knowledgeable and clear. Thanks to all at SMS.

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Sarah T.

Manchester

Solar Installation

All brilliant from beginning to the end. Professional team who really know their stuff. Would recommend to anyone looking for solar solutions.

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James R.

London

Maintenance

I received very efficient and helpful service from this company. Especially Jaimie who came when he said he would and was friendly and professional throughout. Can't recommend this company highly enough.

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David M.

Birmingham

Solar Installation

Fantastic service, super happy and professional with the team. Highly recommend and will use again for any future solar needs.

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Emma W.

Leeds

Solar Installation

From start to finish the whole process was seamless. The engineers were punctual, tidy, and incredibly knowledgeable. Our energy bills have dropped significantly.

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Mark P.

Bristol

Trusted By Industry Leaders

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

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

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

TSI Approved

Trading Standards Institute

EPVS Registered

PV Scheme Member

IWA Member

Insulated Wall Association

Ready for Solar in Crewe?

Join the 150+ homeowners and businesses in Crewe who already benefit from solar energy. Our local Cheshire team is ready to design the perfect system for your property.

Solar FAQs for Crewe

In most cases, solar panels in Crewe fall under permitted development rights and do not require planning permission, provided they meet standard size and placement conditions. Part of Cheshire East Council with net zero target 2045. Crewe station has 12 platforms, one of UK's most important junctions on the West Coast Main Line. HS2 Phase 2a cancellation (October 2023) was a blow. Basford East/West combined 1,220+ homes approved with Taylor Wimpey, Lovell, and Goodman active. Our team handles all necessary applications and compliance checks as part of every installation.