Solar Panels Paddington
1910s–1940s homes in Brisbane City. Local costs, rebates & the honest truth about solar in Paddington.
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LAST UPDATED: MARCH 2026 · DATA: CLEAN ENERGY REGULATOR & STATE SOURCES
$3,400
6.6kW from
$1,800
Annual savings
5.2h
Daily sun
2–3yr
Payback
38%
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Solar in Paddington — What You Need to Know
Paddington QLD's Queenslander houses are arguably Australia's best solar hosts. The raised timber-framed construction allows easy cable routing. The wide, low-pitched corrugated iron roofs face all directions — an east-west split installation here generates almost as well as a north-only roof due to Queensland's high sun angle. Many Paddington homeowners are exporting 20+ kWh/day during summer. The suburb's mature jacaranda trees do cause localised shading in November–December.
Paddington solar fact
Paddington QLD Queenslander homes export an average of 8.4 kWh/day back to the grid — enough to power a neighbour's home
Estimated Monthly Output — 6.6kW in Paddington
kWh/month · peak month: Dec (690 kWh)
System Costs in Paddington 4064
| System | Cost after STCs | Annual savings | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5kW | $3,400–$3,740 | $1,350+ | 2–3 yrs |
| 6.6kW ★ | $3,400–$5,300 | $1,800 | 2–3 yrs |
| 10kW | $4,420–$6,890 | $2,520+ | 2–3 yrs |
Rebates for Paddington Homeowners
All Paddington homeowners access the federal STC rebate — worth $3,500–$5,000 off a 6.6kW system in Zone 1. Your installer applies this at point of sale.
FAQs — Solar in Paddington
How much do solar panels cost in Paddington?
A 6.6kW system in Paddington (4064) costs $3,400–$5,300 after federal STC rebates. Paddington is in STC Zone 1, meaning $3,500–$5,000 off upfront.
What solar rebates are available in Paddington?
Paddington homeowners access the federal STC scheme ($3,500–$5,000 off). See current QLD state programs at our rebates page.
Is solar worth it in Paddington?
Yes — Paddington earns a Solar Suitability Grade of A- (Very Good). With 5.2h daily sun and 31c/kWh rates, a 6.6kW system saves $1,800/year and pays back in 2–3 years.
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