Local solar guides: start with your place
Roof condition and planning questions belong to an address, not a regional average. Check the relevant council and then tell us about the property.
Bedfordshire
Hertfordshire
Cambridgeshire
- Cambridge — Separate feasibility from planning
- Ely — A clear drawing helps in Ely
- Huntingdon — Make the roof survey do the work
Buckinghamshire
- Aylesbury — Check the address and the proposal
- High Wycombe — Shade deserves a proper assessment
- Chesham — A small roof still needs a full brief
London
- London — Find the right borough first
GOV.UK — permitted development rights for householders (Part 14)
Questions about local solar guides.
How do I find the right local solar guide?
Choose the town that best matches your property, then check the council guidance linked on its page. The property postcode, not the page you visited, is used to classify an enquiry.
What if my town is not listed?
You can still start an enquiry and enter the property's postcode and address. A listed guide is a starting point for local research, not a promise that an installer is available in every area.
Does a local guide tell me if my roof is suitable?
No. A guide highlights questions to ask. Roof condition, size, orientation, shade, access and electricity use require a property-specific assessment.
Which council's planning guidance should I use?
Use the planning authority for the exact property address. Local pages link to a relevant starting point, but council boundaries and property designations must be checked by address.
Are solar panels always permitted development?
No. National permitted-development rights have conditions, and listed buildings, conservation areas or other restrictions may change what is needed. Check the proposal with the relevant authority.
Can a postcode tell me whether a house is in a conservation area?
A postcode can cover more than one property. Check the exact address against the council's current maps and guidance rather than relying on the postcode alone.
Do local pages contain fixed solar prices?
No. A meaningful price depends on the roof, equipment, access and installation scope. Ask for a written proposal based on a survey of the property.
What should I prepare before requesting a local quote?
Have the postcode and address, roof type, known shade or repairs, recent electricity use and any interest in storage to hand. You do not need a completed technical design to start an enquiry.
Can I ask about a battery as well as panels?
Yes. Explain how you use electricity and request separate costs for panels alone and panels with storage so the additional equipment and assumptions are clear.
What happens after I send a local enquiry?
Our team reviews the details and follows up. It does not create an instant quote or guarantee an installer introduction; sharing a solar enquiry with an installer requires your separate optional permission.