Solar potential in Hampton
What solar would make on your Hampton roof, what it could save, and what to check before you buy.
Updated November 2026 · Litmec Electrical, REC-10383
A 6.6 kW north-facing solar system in Hampton makes about 9,600 kWh a year: around 36 kWh a day in midsummer and 15 kWh a day in June. East or west-facing roofs make about 86% of that.
On a $450 quarterly bill, that could save roughly $600–800 a year. Hampton ranks 4th of the 38 Melbourne suburbs we've modelled for solar output, but the spread across Melbourne is only 3%: your roof's direction and shade matter far more than your postcode.
Solar output in Hampton
- Output per kW, north
- 1,450 kWh/yr
- Output per kW, east / west
- 1,240 / 1,227
- Best month, per kW
- 5.4 kWh/day (Jan)
- Worst month, per kW
- 2.3 kWh/day (Jun)
- Council
- Bayside City Council
- Postcode
- 3188
- From Litmec, Newport
- about 15 km
- Site visit
- Free, no obligation
| System | North-facing, kWh/yr | East-facing, kWh/yr | West-facing, kWh/yr | June, kWh/day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.6 kW | 9,567 | 8,181 | 8,097 | 15.0 |
| 8 kW | 11,597 | 9,916 | 9,814 | 18.2 |
| 10 kW | 14,496 | 12,395 | 12,268 | 22.7 |
| 13.2 kW | 19,135 | 16,361 | 16,194 | 30.0 |
These figures use satellite and weather data for Hampton from 2005 to 2023 and already allow for heat, wiring and inverter losses. They don't know your roof: shade, pitch and the faces available decide the real number, which is what the site visit checks. Try the roof calculator for your own direction and pitch.
Homes and roofs in Hampton
Edwardian and interwar bungalows and plenty of modern rebuilds. Rebuilds usually have open roofs suited to large systems; older bungalows often have garden-tree shading.
Salt air near the bay
Parts of Hampton are close to Port Phillip Bay. Near the water we specify panels certified for salt-mist exposure (IEC 61701) and corrosion-resistant mounting hardware, because standard fittings corrode faster in salt air.
Shading from established trees
Mature street and garden trees are common in Hampton, and shade costs more output than roof direction does. We check shade on the site visit, including the low winter sun, and use optimisers or microinverters where a few panels can't avoid it. Score your roof.
What solar could save in Hampton
For a home paying $450 a quarter with someone in some days, the calculator suggests a 6.6 kW system saving about $600–800 a year, or $1,000–1,400 with a 10 kWh battery. Your own bill gives a better answer: use the calculator below.
How it works with Litmec
Litmec Electrical is a registered electrical contractor based in Newport, about 15 km from Hampton. We sell the system, design it from your bills, organise the paperwork and rebates, and stand behind the whole system with a 5-year warranty. Accredited installers we subcontract and supervise fit the panels, and our own electricians do any switchboard work. Not sure what size you need? Try the system finder.
Nearby suburbs
Check your bill: solar for your Hampton home
A few quick questions, using Hampton's solar output. See the system that fits and what it could save, then get a free design and quote.
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Solar in Hampton: questions
How much power do solar panels make in Hampton?
Each kW of north-facing panels in Hampton makes about 1,450 kWh a year, so a 6.6 kW system makes about 9,600 kWh a year, or 26 kWh a day on average. East or west-facing panels make about 86% of that. (PVGIS satellite data.)
Is solar worth it in Hampton?
For most owner-occupied homes with a typical bill, yes. On a $450 quarterly bill with someone home some days, a 6.6 kW system could save roughly $600 to $800 a year. Small bills and heavily shaded roofs save less; the site visit tells you honestly.
Do I need council approval for solar panels in Hampton?
Most Hampton homes don't need a planning permit for rooftop solar. Heritage overlays, some estate design guidelines and owners corporations can add rules; we check for your address before quoting.
Does Litmec do solar in Hampton?
Yes. Hampton is about 15 km from our base in Newport and well within our 100 km service area. Site visits are free, and your contract and 5-year whole-of-system warranty are with Litmec Electrical.
What size solar system suits a Hampton home?
Size follows your power use. Most homes paying $350 to $600 a quarter suit 6.6 to 10 kW on single phase. Rebuilds usually have open roofs suited to large systems; older bungalows often have garden-tree shading.
See what your Hampton roof can do
Free site visit from a licensed electrician: roof, shading and switchboard checked, options walked through.