LAST UPDATED: MARCH 2026 · DATA: CLEAN ENERGY REGULATOR & STATE SOURCES
Sutherland solar fact
Sutherland Shire LGA has Sydney's highest proportion of 10kW+ systems — 34% of all installs exceed 10kW, driven by the shire's large-block housing stock and a culture of 'going all in' on renewable energy
Estimated Monthly Output — 6.6kW
kWh/month · peak: Dec (541 kWh)
Solar in Sutherland — What You Need to Know
Sutherland sits at the geographic heart of the Shire, surrounded by national park ridgelines that create an unusual microclimate: cleaner air and marginally more sunshine than inner Sydney, with afternoon sea breezes keeping panels 3–4°C cooler in summer. The suburb's post-war housing stock — mostly 1960s–80s brick homes on 600–900m² blocks — offers abundant north-facing roof space, and Sutherland Shire Council has maintained one of Sydney's most solar-supportive planning regimes for over a decade. The council's 2030 sustainability strategy targets 50% renewable electricity across the LGA, with free solar assessments for eligible households. Sutherland's proximity to the Woronora River National Park means low tree canopy on residential streets, giving panels clear access to morning and afternoon sun that shaded inner-city suburbs lose.
Solar Panel Cost in Sutherland 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 Sutherland
How much do solar panels cost in Sutherland?
A 6.6kW system in Sutherland 2232 costs $4224–$5664 after federal STC rebates in 2026.
Is solar worth it in Sutherland?
Sutherland earns a A- (Very Good) solar grade with a score of 82/100. 33% of homes here already have solar.
What size solar system for Sutherland?
6.6kW suits most Sutherland homes. Larger homes with pools or EVs should consider 10kW+. NSW's feed-in tariff is 5.5c.
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