Solihull (B91–B94) sits just south-east of Birmingham and shares its housing pattern with Sutton Coldfield — large inter-war and post-war semis and detached homes, generous roofs, off-street parking, and limited conservation-area coverage. Indicative 4 kWp price: £4,800–£6,200; 5–6 kWp installs with battery are very common here.
What drives the price in Solihull
Limited conservation-area restrictions outside the central village core.
Large detached roofs in Knowle and Dorridge often fit 6+ kWp.
DNO is National Grid (NGED) — G99 sign-off typically 4–6 weeks.
Frequently asked questions
Are panels worth pairing with a battery in Solihull?
Almost always, given the typical roof size. A 5–6 kWp array with a 5–10 kWh battery pushes self-consumption from ~35% to 60–70% and shortens payback by 1–2 years vs. a no-battery install.