With energy prices stabilizing but remaining historically high, many Yorkshire homeowners are asking: is it still worth installing solar panels in 2025? The short answer is yes—but the strategy has changed.
The Cost of Grid Electricity
While the price cap has come down from its peak, electricity prices in the UK hover around 24-28p/kWh. In contrast, a properly sized solar array can generate electricity for an equivalent lifetime cost of roughly 4-6p/kWh. This creates a significant margin for savings.
The Role of Battery Storage
In 2025, solar without a battery is becoming less common. By adding a system like Sigenergy or Solax Triple Power, you increase your self-consumption from roughly 30% to over 80%. This means you are buying significantly less from the grid during evening peak hours.
Smart Export Guarantee (SEG)
Energy suppliers now offer competitive SEG rates, sometimes as high as 15p/kWh. This means the energy you do export earns you a decent return, further improving the ROI calculations.