Solar potential in Shepparton
Shepparton is the main centre of the Goulburn Valley. Local solar output for Shepparton, from satellite data, plus what Shepparton homes usually need on the electrical side.
Updated November 2026 · Litmec Electrical, REC-10383
A 6.6 kW north-facing solar system in Shepparton makes about 10,100 kWh a year, about 7% more than Melbourne: around 37 kWh a day in midsummer and 16 kWh a day in June. East or west-facing roofs make about 88% of that.
On a $450 quarterly bill, that could save roughly $600–800 a year. Shepparton ranks 54th of the 429 places across Victoria we've modelled for solar output.
Solar output in Shepparton
- Output per kW, north
- 1,535 kWh/yr
- Output per kW, east / west
- 1,343 / 1,286
- Compared with Melbourne
- +7%
- Best month, per kW
- 5.5 kWh/day (Dec)
- Worst month, per kW
- 2.4 kWh/day (Jun)
- Council
- Greater Shepparton City Council
- Postcode
- 3630
- Region
- Goulburn Valley and Mitchell Shire
| System | North-facing, kWh/yr | East-facing, kWh/yr | West-facing, kWh/yr | June, kWh/day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.6 kW | 10,128 | 8,864 | 8,488 | 15.9 |
| 8 kW | 12,277 | 10,745 | 10,288 | 19.3 |
| 10 kW | 15,346 | 13,431 | 12,860 | 24.1 |
| 13.2 kW | 20,257 | 17,729 | 16,975 | 31.8 |
These figures use satellite and weather data for Shepparton 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. Try the roof calculator for your own direction and pitch.
Solar in the Goulburn Valley and Mitchell Shire
Northern Victoria has hot, dry summers and some of the best solar output in the state. Air conditioning drives summer bills, irrigation and farm loads are common on the outskirts of towns, and new estates are growing quickly around Shepparton, Wallan and Kilmore.
This area is split between the Powercor and AusNet Services networks; your bill shows which one you are on. Your distributor sets how much you can export and approves the connection; we apply for you before anything is ordered.
Hot summers, high output
Shepparton gets more sun than Melbourne, and summer air conditioning lines up with peak solar output, which is where the biggest savings come from. Panels lose a little efficiency on the hottest days, so we allow for heat in the design, leave airflow under the panels and keep inverters out of direct afternoon sun.
Acreage, sheds and pumps
Around Shepparton, many properties have sheds, bores or pumps and long distances between buildings. Panels can go on a shed roof or a ground frame, cable runs are designed to keep voltage drop within the wiring rules, and daytime pumping is one of the cheapest ways to use your own solar. Some rural lines (including SWER lines) have tight export limits, which we confirm before you commit. Solar for rural properties.
Older switchboards
A lot of older housing in Shepparton still has ceramic fuses, no safety switches or an old fibrous switchboard backing, and those have to be fixed before solar connects. We're electricians, so the switchboard is checked and any work priced in the quote. Check your switchboard.
What solar could save in Shepparton
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 $1,050–1,400 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, Melbourne, and sells solar and batteries across Victoria. For homes in Shepparton we start with a free assessment: your bills, photos of your roof and switchboard, and satellite imagery. You get a written design and quote, we apply to your distributor to connect, and an accredited installer checks the site before anything is installed. Your contract and the 5-year whole-of-system warranty are with Litmec. Not sure what size you need? Try the system finder.
Nearby
- Solar in Kialla10,149 kWh/yr from 6.6 kW
- Solar in Mooroopna10,130 kWh/yr from 6.6 kW
- Solar in Tatura10,163 kWh/yr from 6.6 kW
- Solar in Tallygaroopna10,273 kWh/yr from 6.6 kW
- Solar in Merrigum10,132 kWh/yr from 6.6 kW
- Solar in Dookie10,120 kWh/yr from 6.6 kW
All towns in the Goulburn Valley and Mitchell Shire · Solar across Victoria
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Solar in Shepparton: questions
How much power do solar panels make in Shepparton?
Each kW of north-facing panels in Shepparton makes about 1,535 kWh a year, so a 6.6 kW system makes about 10,100 kWh a year, or 28 kWh a day on average. East or west-facing panels make about 88% of that. (PVGIS satellite data.)
Is solar better in Shepparton than in Melbourne?
In the model, panels in Shepparton make about 7% more than Melbourne. Shepparton ranks 54th of the 429 Victorian locations we've modelled. Roof direction and shade still matter more than location: east or west panels cost about 15%, and a shaded roof can cost more.
Is solar worth it in Shepparton?
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 in Shepparton could save roughly $600 to $800 a year. Bigger bills, electric heating and daytime loads save more.
Does Litmec install solar in Shepparton?
Yes. We sell, design and warrant solar and battery systems across Victoria, including Shepparton. We start with a free assessment from your bills and roof photos, and an accredited installer checks the site before installation. Your contract and 5-year warranty are with Litmec Electrical.
Can solar keep my power on during outages in Shepparton?
Only with a battery designed for backup. Standard solar shuts down in a blackout. A backup-capable battery keeps chosen circuits, such as the fridge, lights, internet and water pump, running, and the panels recharge it in daylight.
Who is the electricity distributor in Shepparton?
This area is split between the Powercor and AusNet Services networks; your bill shows which one you are on. The distributor sets export limits and approves the connection; we apply on your behalf before the system is ordered.
See what your Shepparton roof can do
Free assessment from a registered electrical contractor: your bill, your roof and your switchboard, with a written design and quote.