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3M+
Solar homes in AU
$1,800
Avg. yearly savings
3–5yr
Typical payback
How It Works
Answer 6 questions
About your home, roof, and energy use
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SolarScorecard is Australia's most straightforward solar analysis tool. Answer 6 questions about your home, and we'll calculate your personalised solar score — including estimated savings, recommended system size, available rebates, and environmental impact. No phone calls, no salespeople, no spam. Just data.
How It Works
We use your location to calculate sun hours, electricity rates, and available state rebates for your area.
Roof direction, electricity bill, household size, battery interest, and home ownership. Takes under 60 seconds.
We crunch the numbers across 5 weighted factors — sun exposure, roof suitability, savings potential, rebate eligibility, and battery benefit.
See your 10-year savings projection, recommended system size, cost estimate after rebates, and CO₂ offset. Optionally connect with vetted installers.
Why Solar In 2026
3.4M+
Rooftop solar systems installed across Australia
$1,500–$2,500
Average annual savings from a 6.6kW solar system
3–5 years
Typical payback period for residential solar
$4,000–$6,500
Average cost of a 6.6kW system after federal rebates
With electricity prices averaging 30–40c/kWh and rising 4–6% annually, solar has become one of the highest-return investments available to Australian homeowners. The federal STC rebate reduces upfront costs by $2,000–$4,000 depending on your system size and location — but it decreases by 6.7% each year until 2030. Victoria, the ACT, and South Australia offer additional state incentives, making 2026 an optimal time to install.
Solar By Location
Sydney
4.6h peak sun
$4,500–$6,500
Melbourne
4.0h peak sun
$4,000–$6,000
Brisbane
5.2h peak sun
$4,000–$5,800
Perth
5.4h peak sun
$3,500–$5,500
Adelaide
5.0h peak sun
$3,800–$5,500
Gold Coast
5.2h peak sun
$4,000–$5,800
Canberra
4.5h peak sun
$4,200–$6,200
Hobart
3.6h peak sun
$4,500–$6,800
Solar Guides
Complete pricing guide — system sizes from 5kW to 13kW, state-by-state costs, STCs explained, and tips for getting the best deal.
5kW vs 6.6kW vs 10kW vs 13kW — daily output, cost, savings, payback period, and which size suits your household.
Is a battery worth it in 2026? Costs, capacity, top brands, payback periods, and when to add one to your system.
Federal STCs, state rebates, interest-free loans — every incentive available to Australian homeowners in 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
A standard 6.6kW system costs $4,000–$6,500 after federal STC rebates. Prices vary by state, panel brand, and installer. Premium panels and larger systems (10–13kW) cost $7,000–$13,000. Use our free solar calculator above to get a personalised cost estimate for your home.
A typical 6.6kW system saves $1,200–$2,500 per year depending on your electricity rate, sun hours, and self-consumption habits. South Australia sees the highest savings due to expensive electricity rates. Over 25 years, total savings can exceed $60,000.
Most residential solar systems pay for themselves in 3–5 years. After payback, every dollar saved is pure profit. With electricity prices rising 4–6% annually, the returns improve each year.
Yes — 100% free, always. We make money when you optionally choose to get installer quotes and an installer pays us a referral fee. The scorecard tool, educational content, and all analysis is completely free with no strings attached.
System size depends on your electricity usage: 5kW suits 1–2 person households (bills under $300/quarter), 6.6kW suits 3–4 people ($300–$700/quarter), 10kW+ suits larger households, pool pumps, or EV owners. Our calculator recommends a specific size based on your actual bill.
Yes, solar panels produce electricity from daylight, not direct sunlight. Output is reduced on cloudy days (typically 10–25% of full capacity), but panels still generate power. This is already factored into the peak sun hour data we use for your location.
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