Solar Panel Cost with Battery UK 2026

A full solar + battery system in 2026 costs £9,500–£17,000. This is the typical install for households who want to maximise self-consumption and resilience.

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Typical UK price range: £9,500–£19,000. Typical time: 2–3 days.

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System size 3 kW (~7 panels) 4 kW (~10 panels) 5 kW (~12 panels) 6 kW (~14 panels) 8 kW (~18 panels)

Region London South East South West Midlands North of England Scotland Wales Northern Ireland

Specification level Basic / standard Mid-range Premium / high-end

Extras

5 kWh battery £3,500–£5,000 10 kWh battery £5,500–£8,500 EV charger integration £400–£800 Bird-proofing £350–£700 Generation meter £150–£300

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Key points

• 4 kW + 5 kWh: £9,500–£13,000
• 5 kW + 10 kWh: £12,000–£17,000
• 6 kW + 13.5 kWh: £15,000–£19,000
• Adds £4,000–£6,000 over solar-only

Cost breakdown

Item	Low	High
4 kW solar + 5 kWh battery	£9,500	£13,000
5 kW solar + 10 kWh battery	£12,000	£17,000
6 kW solar + 13.5 kWh battery	£15,000	£19,000

Cost by UK region

Region	Typical cost
London	£19,237
South East	£17,812
South West	£15,675
Midlands	£14,250
North England	£12,825
Scotland	£13,537
Wales	£12,825

How to save money

• Specify a hybrid inverter — needed for battery integration
• Pair with EV charging for max ROI
• Octopus Intelligent tariff transforms battery economics

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FAQs

How much can I save with solar + battery?

£1,200–£1,800/year for a typical 3-bed home in 2026, based on current electricity prices and SEG export.

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