Solar Panels Omagh: County Tyrone Installation Guide 2026

Omagh and County Tyrone are seeing growing solar adoption, driven particularly by the area’s strong agricultural heritage. With large roof areas on farm buildings and rural properties, Tyrone offers excellent opportunities for solar energy. This guide covers everything Omagh and Tyrone residents need to know.

Why Tyrone is Suited for Solar

County Tyrone’s rural character provides good conditions:

• Annual solar irradiance: 905 kWh/kW
• Peak generation months: April to September
• Typical 4kW system output: 3,620 kWh per year

The area’s agricultural heritage means many properties have excellent roof space with minimal shading.

Solar Panel Costs in Omagh

Current pricing for the Omagh and Tyrone area:

System Size	Typical Price	Annual Savings
3kW (8 panels)	£4,500 - £5,600	£360 - £460
4kW (10 panels)	£5,600 - £7,600	£460 - £620
5kW (12 panels)	£7,000 - £9,500	£580 - £780
6kW+ (15+ panels)	£8,500 - £11,500	£700 - £950

Tyrone has good installer coverage with competitive pricing from regional companies.

Property Types in Omagh

Town Properties

Properties in Omagh town centre, Campsie, and Lisanelly:

Aspect	Details
Typical system	3-4kW
Annual generation	2,715-3,620 kWh
Annual savings	£460-£620
Special considerations	Standard installations

Town properties offer good potential for residential solar systems.

Suburban & Village Homes

Properties in surrounding villages like Fintona, Dromore, and Beragh:

Aspect	Details
Typical system	4-5kW
Annual generation	3,620-4,525 kWh
Annual savings	£620-£780
Special considerations	Good roof orientations

Village properties often have larger plots and less shading than urban areas.

Farms & Rural Properties

Agricultural properties throughout County Tyrone:

Aspect	Details
Typical system	6-15kW
Annual generation	5,430-13,575 kWh
Annual savings	£940-£2,340
Special considerations	Excellent roof space, high energy users

Farm buildings are ideal for larger installations with substantial savings potential.

Agricultural Solar: Tyrone’s Opportunity

County Tyrone’s farming community is particularly well-suited for solar energy:

Why Tyrone Farms Choose Solar

1. Large Roof Areas: Agricultural buildings provide extensive, unshaded roof space
2. High Energy Usage: Dairy, poultry, and livestock operations consume significant electricity
3. Daytime Generation: Solar output matches agricultural working hours
4. Cost Control: Rising electricity costs make solar increasingly attractive
5. Tax Benefits: Capital allowances available for business installations

Typical Farm Installations

Farm Type	System Size	Annual Generation	Annual Savings
Small holding	10-20kW	9,050-18,100 kWh	£1,560-£3,120
Dairy farm	30-50kW	27,150-45,250 kWh	£4,680-£7,800
Poultry operation	50-100kW	45,250-90,500 kWh	£7,800-£15,600

Agricultural Case Study

A typical 50kW farm installation in Tyrone:

• Installation cost: £35,000-£45,000
• Annual generation: 45,250 kWh
• Annual savings: £7,800
• Payback period: 5-6 years
• 25-year savings: £150,000+

Areas Covered

Our installer network covers all of County Tyrone:

Omagh Town: Town Centre, Campsie, Lisanelly, Dublin Road

Surrounding Villages: Fintona, Dromore, Carrickmore, Beragh

Wider Tyrone: Drumquin, Sixmilecross, Gortin, Greencastle

Expected Savings for Omagh Homes

Based on typical residential energy usage:

Scenario	Annual Generation	Self-Use	Annual Savings
4kW, no battery	3,620 kWh	45%	£500
4kW + battery	3,620 kWh	75%	£700
5kW + battery	4,525 kWh	75%	£870

Payback periods:

• Without battery: 11-13 years
• With battery: 12-14 years

Rural Installation Expertise

Installing solar in rural Tyrone requires specific expertise:

What Rural Specialists Offer

• Three-phase power systems: Common on farms, requiring specialist inverters
• Ground-mounted options: For properties with unsuitable roofs
• Large-scale design: Optimising installations over multiple buildings
• Agricultural understanding: Scheduling work around farming operations

Access Considerations

Rural properties may have:

• Long driveways requiring specific delivery arrangements
• Limited mobile signal (affecting monitoring systems)
• Single-phase power limits requiring careful system sizing
• Grid capacity constraints (installer handles applications)

Planning Permission in Tyrone

Most installations don’t require planning permission under permitted development. Exceptions may include:

• Listed buildings (including historic farmhouses)
• Sperrin AONB (visible installations may need consideration)
• Ground-mounted systems over certain sizes
• Commercial-scale installations

Your installer will advise on specific requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do solar panels work well in Tyrone?

Yes. County Tyrone receives 905 kWh/kW annually, which is good for solar generation. Modern panels perform well even in diffuse light conditions.

Are there grants for farms installing solar?

While specific agricultural grants vary, solar installations qualify for:

• Capital allowances for farm businesses
• 0% VAT on installations
• Potential future renewable energy schemes

Our commercial team can advise on current funding options.

Can agricultural buildings have solar panels?

Absolutely. Farm buildings throughout Tyrone are ideal for larger installations:

• Large, unshaded roof areas
• High energy consumption
• Daytime usage patterns
• Strong financial returns

What about battery storage for farms?

Battery storage can benefit farms by:

• Storing excess daytime generation
• Providing power during evening milking
• Offering backup during outages
• Maximising self-consumption

Getting Started

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