Solar Panels in Putney
Local prices, rebates, sun and network figures for Putney, so you know the numbers before you talk to anyone. 17% of homes here already have solar.
New South Wales, STC Zone 3. Ausgrid network, with flexible exports available.
One Why Solar Approved installer, one free written quote, and fifteen minutes with a solar expert before you sign.
- Homes with solar in 2112
- 17%
- Peak sun hours a day
- 4.6
- Average system
- 7.8 kW
- Typical feed-in tariff, NSW
- 6.5c
- Export limit
- 10 kW
- Optimal tilt
- 34°
- Installations in 2112
- 2,715
Solar potential in Putney
Putney receives 4.6 peak sun hours per day on average. The optimal panel angle is 34° facing north.
| System | Average day | Year |
|---|---|---|
| 6.6 kW | 25.8 kWh | 9,419 kWh |
| 10 kW | 39.1 kWh | 14,272 kWh |
| 13 kW | 50.8 kWh | 18,553 kWh |
Estimated: system size times 4.6 peak sun hours (the 2112 area average) times 85% for inverter, heat and wiring losses, over 365 average days. The savings and payback above use the same output. Orientation, shading and the equipment your installer quotes change it.
Daily/Monthly System Energy Output Estimates
Here's what you can expect to generate with various sized solar power systems in the Putney 2112 area, assuming good quality components, a suitable rooftop and professional, accredited solar installation.
Mean daily production for 6.6kW of solar panels in Putney, NSW, 2112
Estimates based on 4.6 peak sun hours and 85% system efficiency. Actual output varies with panel orientation, shading, and weather.
Monthly Solar Irradiation
Average daily solar energy (kWh/m²/day) reaching the Putney area throughout the year compared to the Australian national average.
Based on Bureau of Meteorology solar exposure data. Actual values may vary based on weather conditions.
Solar in Putney vs National Average
2112 has 17.3 systems per 100 homes, -48% vs the national average (33.3).
Based on 2,715 installations, 4.6 peak sun hours, 7.8kW avg system.
thermostatInsulation impact on solar savings in Putney
How much of your solar generation gets consumed by heating and cooling, based on your home's insulation quality. Data sourced from NatHERS climate zone 17 (Sydney).
Higher self-consumption means less solar energy exported. In a well-insulated home, more generation is exported at the feed-in tariff rate rather than consumed by heating/cooling.
Based on ABCB NatHERS climate zone 17 load limits for a 150m² home. Actual consumption varies by home design, orientation, and occupant behaviour.
Grid connection in Putney
Ausgrid
Your electricity network distributor for Putney.
- Export limit
- 10 kW
- Flexible exports available
- Days to connect
- 10
- Typical timeframe
- Pre-approval threshold
- 10 kW+
- Systems above it need approval
Feed-in tariffs in Putney
Rate range in NSW
Typical usage rate in NSW: 32.0c/kWh
Use it before you export it. With the feed-in tariff at 6.5c and usage at 32.0c, every kWh you use yourself saves you 25.5c more than exporting. A battery helps you use more of it.
See what Putney homeowners are paying
6.6 kW systems in 2112 range from $5,200 to $7,500 fully installed, after the $1,710 federal rebate.
How to choose a solar installer in Putney
SAA accreditation
Only use installers accredited by Solar Accreditation Australia (SAA). Accreditation is mandatory for STC rebate eligibility.
A written quote
Get a detailed quote from a vetted local installer. Prices in 2112 range from $5,200 to $7,500 for 6.6 kW.
Tier-1 equipment
Insist on tier-1 panels and a reputable inverter. This protects your 25-year performance warranty.
Local council requirements
No approval required
Most residential solar installations in NSW are exempt under the SEPP (Exempt and Complying Development) 2008.
- Roof-mounted panels on residential buildings
- Systems under 10kW on single-phase
- No change to building structure
Your SAA installer will handle
- Grid connection application to your DNSP
- Electrical safety certificates
- STC rebate paperwork
- Meter upgrade coordination
Heritage and conservation areas. Heritage conservation areas may require Development Application (DA). If your home is heritage-listed or in a conservation area, check with your council before you sign.
Local government area
Putney 2112 is in the Ryde council area. Your installer will handle all necessary paperwork and approvals as part of the installation process.
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Data sources: CER, ABS, BOM, Global Solar Atlas
4.6 kWh/m²/day avg solar exposure · 2,715 installations in 2112 · 17% penetration · BOM station 3.3 km from Putney
Solar trends in the 2112 postcode
- Growth on last year
- -25%
- 288 installs last year
- Average system size
- 7.8 kW
- Installed in 2112
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