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Greater Manchester9 miles from HQ

SolarInstallationinLeigh

180+ Installations3.4 hrs/day avgPop. 77,000

£220,000

Avg House Price

~33,000

Households

850-900 kWh/kWp/yr

Solar Yield

2038

Net Zero Target

Why Solar Works in Leigh

The A580 corridor — Leigh, Atherton, and Tyldesley — represents the closest service areas to our Salford HQ at just 9-13 miles. Victorian red-brick workers' housing plus post-war estates and modern developments create varied solar opportunity. Tyldesley commands the highest prices at £274k, while Leigh and Atherton offer strong volume markets. The V1 Guided Busway runs 24/7 from Leigh to Manchester on a former railway line.

The A580 corridor — Leigh, Atherton, and Tyldesley — represents the closest service areas to our Salford HQ at just 9-13 miles. Leigh Sports Village hosted UEFA Women's Euro 2022 and earned Bronze Greengage sustainability certification in 2025.

180+ Installations

Completed in Leigh

MCS Certified

All engineers accredited

2-4 Week Lead Time

From survey to install

9 miles

From our Salford HQ

Solar installation in Leigh

Leigh Solar Potential

Solar Yield

850+

kWh per kWp per year

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

£0

Average annual saving

Typical Leigh household with 4kWp system

2038

Net zero target

Leigh council climate commitment

Planning in Leigh

Planning Considerations

Part of Wigan Metropolitan Borough with net zero target 2038. The £20m Long-Term Plan is funding Leigh town centre regeneration over 10 years. Leigh Sports Village (£50m, 12,000 capacity) hosts Leigh Leopards, Manchester United Women, and MU U21s. Standard domestic solar falls under permitted development.

Areas We Cover in Greater Manchester

LeighAthertonTyldesleyAstleyBedfordMosley CommonBoothstownLowtonGolborne

Postcode Districts Covered

All verified postcode districts within our Leigh service area

WN7M29M46

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 Leigh?

Join the 180+ homeowners and businesses in Leigh who already benefit from solar energy. Our local Greater Manchester team is ready to design the perfect system for your property.

Solar FAQs for Leigh

In most cases, solar panels in Leigh fall under permitted development rights and do not require planning permission, provided they meet standard size and placement conditions. Part of Wigan Metropolitan Borough with net zero target 2038. The £20m Long-Term Plan is funding Leigh town centre regeneration over 10 years. Leigh Sports Village (£50m, 12,000 capacity) hosts Leigh Leopards, Manchester United Women, and MU U21s. Standard domestic solar falls under permitted development. Our team handles all necessary applications and compliance checks as part of every installation.