Frome was named Best Place to Live in the South West twice by the Sunday Times and has one of the most environmentally engaged populations in Somerset. For a solar installer, that means homeowners who arrive at surveys with detailed technical questions — and we welcome that.
FRECo and Community Energy in Frome
Frome Renewable Energy Co-operative (FRECo), founded with Bath & West Community Energy support, has installed solar on the Frome Medical Practice and Frome Football Club, and is developing a community-owned zero-carbon heat network at Saxonvale. Private installations complement these shared assets — most FRECo members also have rooftop solar at home.
Off-Gas Villages: Solar + Heat Pump Packages
Approximately 23% of Frome and East Somerset properties are off the gas grid — among the highest rates in the county. Nunney, Mells, Rode, Beckington, and the surrounding stone-built villages are ideal for combined solar + battery + air source heat pump packages. Customers typically see 55–65% reductions in lifetime energy costs compared with oil or LPG.
Georgian and Victorian Properties
The historic core around Catherine Hill and Cheap Street needs a sympathetic approach. We typically specify all-black Jinko Neo N-type panels to minimise visual impact, confirm permitted development rights on the first visit, and — for listed buildings — prepare a Listed Building Consent application with full supporting evidence.
For a free survey in BA11 and surrounding postcodes, call 0800 772 0758 or see our Frome solar page.
