LAST UPDATED: MARCH 2026 · DATA: CLEAN ENERGY REGULATOR & STATE SOURCES
Concord solar fact
Concord's Concord Repatriation General Hospital is surrounded by streets where defence force veterans have one of Sydney's highest solar adoption rates — a community that applied military logistical discipline to researching solar and collectively drove a 38% adoption rate in the streets within 1km of the hospital
Estimated Monthly Output — 6.6kW
kWh/month · peak: Dec (530 kWh)
Solar in Concord — What You Need to Know
Concord sits on the Parramatta River peninsula formed by Hen and Chicken Bay and Homebush Bay, a suburb of Federation and post-war homes that combines harbourside amenity with solid solar fundamentals. The suburb has two notable solar demographics: the veteran community near Concord Hospital (characterised by methodical research, peer recommendation, and very high system quality standards) and the Chinese-Australian families in the western streets who have followed the Strathfield-Auburn solar adoption pattern. Canada Bay Council has maintained a supportive planning environment, and the peninsula geography means many Concord streets have unobstructed northern horizons without neighbour overshadowing. The Parramatta River frontage affects properties within 300m of the water, where marine-grade components are recommended, but the majority of the suburb is well inland of salt-air influence.
Solar Panel Cost in Concord 2026
| System | Cost after STCs | Annual savings | Feed-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5kW | $3590–$4224 | $1920+ | 5.5c |
| 6.6kW ★ | $4224–$5664 | $2560 | 5.5c |
| 10kW | $5491–$7363 | $3584+ | 5.5c |
FAQs — Solar in Concord
How much do solar panels cost in Concord?
A 6.6kW system in Concord 2137 costs $4224–$5664 after federal STC rebates in 2026.
Is solar worth it in Concord?
Concord earns a B+ (Good) solar grade with a score of 77/100. 25% of homes here already have solar.
What size solar system for Concord?
6.6kW suits most Concord homes. Larger homes with pools or EVs should consider 10kW+. NSW's feed-in tariff is 5.5c.
Solar in Nearby Suburbs
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Going Solar in Concord
Concord, in the Sydney region of NSW, receives approximately 4.6 peak sun hours per day — above the national average of 4.2 hours. With electricity rates of approximately 33c/kWh and Zone 2 Small-scale Technology Certificates (STCs) applying in this area, the financial case for solar in Concord is moderate.
At 25% solar adoption, Concord is in the growth phase of solar adoption. This means solar installation is well-understood here, with competitive pricing from multiple CEC-accredited installers.
A 6.6kW solar system in Concord costs approximately $4224–$5664 after STC rebates. At 4.6h daily sun and 33c/kWh electricity, you can expect annual savings of approximately $70 — giving a payback period of 57.1–92.9 years, followed by 20+ years of near-free electricity.
The electricity network in Concord is managed by Ausgrid, Endeavour Energy, or Essential Energy. Ausgrid covers most of Sydney metro. Endeavour Energy covers the western suburbs and Illawarra. Essential Energy covers regional NSW. For residential systems above 5kW, a network connection application is typically required — your installer will handle this as part of the installation process.
Solar Rebates in Concord
Homeowners in Concord () access the following solar incentives in 2026:
Zone 2 FEDERAL STCs
Zone 2 STCs worth approximately $2,800–$3,400 off a 6.6kW system. STCs are applied as a point-of-sale discount — your installer handles the paperwork.
STATE: NSW
Empowering Homes interest-free loans for eligible households
FEED-IN TARIFF
NSW currently offers approximately 5.5c/kWh for excess solar exported to the grid. Self-consumption saves 33c/kWh — 6.0x more than exporting.
What Size Solar System for Concord?
The right system size depends on your electricity usage. A quick rule: divide your quarterly bill by $100 to get your ideal system size in kW. For Concord, common household sizes are:
With NSW's feed-in tariff at 5.5c/kWh and electricity at 33c/kWh, the priority is maximising self-consumption rather than grid export. If your household is away during peak solar generation hours (10am–3pm), adding a battery to shift solar to evening use improves payback. See our solar battery guide for battery options and payback analysis.
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How to Choose a Solar Installer in Concord
With dozens of solar installers operating in the Sydney area, choosing the right one for Concord requires a few checks. Here's what to look for:
Our free solar score tool connects you with up to 3 CEC-accredited, vetted installers in Concord — saving you the time of calling around. Every installer in our network has verified reviews and local Sydney experience.