Solar Panel Installation in Hampshire

Solar Panels Across Hampshire

Hampshire sits in the same high-sunshine belt as the rest of the central south coast, and the county’s large stock of post-war and modern housing generally suits solar well — simple roof pitches, decent orientation and straightforward scaffolding access all keep installation costs sensible.

We cover Hampshire from our base at Shoreham Airport, working west along the coast and inland to Winchester, Basingstoke and Andover.

Solar panels installed on a pitched roof of an East Sussex home
Close-up of solar PV panels fitted by Greener Solar Solutions in East Sussex

Local Considerations in Hampshire

Hampshire households range from Victorian terraces in Southampton and Portsmouth to newer estates around Basingstoke and Whiteley, and conservation-sensitive properties in and around Winchester. Each needs a different approach — in-roof panels often suit newer builds and conservation areas better, while standard on-roof mounting is usually the most cost-effective elsewhere. Our guide to in-roof versus on-roof panels explains the difference.

How Much Do Solar Panels Cost in Hampshire?

Costs in Hampshire track the national picture closely. Independent trade data puts most domestic installations in the county between £6,500 and £12,000, depending on system size, roof access and whether you add battery storage.

System size Suits Typical installed cost Indicative annual saving
3 kW (7–8 panels) Smaller homes, lower usage £4,500 – £6,000 £350 – £500
4 kW (10–11 panels) Typical 3 bedroom home £6,000 – £8,000 £500 – £700
5–6 kW (13–16 panels) 4+ bedrooms, higher usage £8,000 – £11,000 £700 – £900
Solar + battery Evening/overnight use, EV owners £10,000 – £15,000 £900 – £1,300

Figures are approximate market ranges for guidance — we provide a fixed written quote after a free survey. Domestic solar and battery installations currently qualify for 0% VAT in the UK.

Why Choose Greener Solar Solutions

  • MCS certified — required for the Smart Export Guarantee and for 0% VAT to apply.
  • Directly employed engineers — no subcontractors; the team that surveys is the team that installs.
  • Full DNO handling — we complete the G98/G99 grid paperwork for you.
  • Honest system sizing — designed around your actual consumption, not a template.
  • NICEIC approved and TrustMark registered — certified, insured and correctly notified.
  • One team for the whole jobsolar, battery storage and EV charging designed together.
Solar panels installed on a pitched roof of an East Sussex home

Towns We Cover in Hampshire

Southampton · Portsmouth · Winchester · Basingstoke · Fareham · Eastleigh · Andover · Aldershot · Havant · Petersfield

Solar Panels in Hampshire — FAQs

How much do solar panels cost in Hampshire?

Most domestic installations in Hampshire fall between £6,500 and £12,000, depending on system size, roof access and whether you add battery storage. A typical 4kW system on a three bedroom home usually lands around £6,000–£8,000. We give you a fixed written price after a free survey.

Do you actually cover Hampshire?

Yes. We are based at Hangar 4, Shoreham Airport in West Sussex and work across the South East, including Hampshire. Being a single team covering the region means the people who survey your roof are the people who install it, and we handle aftercare directly rather than passing you to a subcontractor.

How long does installation take?

A typical domestic solar installation takes one to two days on site. Adding battery storage usually adds half a day to a day. Before that we handle the system design and the DNO grid paperwork, which is where most of the lead time sits.

Will I need planning permission?

For most homes, no — roof-mounted solar on a standard property is permitted development. Listed buildings, conservation areas and National Landscape designations are the exceptions, and we advise on those at survey stage.

What is the payback period?

For a typical home, somewhere around 7–10 years on solar alone, and often shorter if you are at home during the day or add a battery to increase how much of your own generation you use. Panels then keep producing for 25–30 years.

Do you install battery storage and EV chargers too?

Yes. We design solar, battery storage and EV charging together where it makes sense, which is usually cheaper and tidier than adding them separately later.