Solar Panel Savings Borehamwood: What You Can Expect

Borehamwood Savings Potential

Borehamwood's commuter population and mix of property sizes means varied savings potential. Here's what local homeowners are achieving.

Annual Savings by System

System Configuration

Annual Savings

25-Year Total

3.5kW solar only	£650-£850	£16,250-£21,250
4kW + 5kWh battery	£1,000-£1,250	£25,000-£31,250
6kW + 10kWh battery	£1,350-£1,700	£33,750-£42,500

Case Study: Cowley Hill Family

• Property: 4-bed detached
• System: 6kW Aiko panels + 10kWh GivEnergy battery
• Investment: £14,800
• Previous annual bill: £2,800
• New annual bill: £950
• Annual savings: £1,850
• Payback period: 8 years

Commuter Optimization

Most Borehamwood households have someone commuting:

With Battery Storage

• Morning export stored for evening use
• 80-85% self-consumption achievable
• Reduced reliance on expensive evening rates

Without Battery Storage

• 30-40% self-consumption typical
• SEG export income offsetting

Scenario

Self-Consumption

Annual Benefit

No battery (commuter)	35%	£650
5kWh battery	75%	£1,050
10kWh battery	85%	£1,250

Electric Vehicle Synergy

Strong EV uptake in Borehamwood:

• Solar-charged EV: £600-£900/year fuel savings
• Combined solar + EV payback: 6-7 years
• Future-proofed for upcoming EV mandates

Related Guides

• Solar Panel Costs in Borehamwood
• Solar Panel Installation Borehamwood
• Borehamwood Location Page