Solar Power Profile - Ardlethan, NSW 2665
More than 379 homes in postcode 2665 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Ardlethan, Ariah Park, Barellan, Beckom, Bectric, Binya, Kamarah, Mirrool, Moombooldool, Mount Crystal, Quandary, Tara and Walleroobie.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 2,550 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 11,053 kWh per day, or 4,034 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,852.375 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $706,010.375 per year.
Ardlethan and 2665 are also doing their bit for the planet too because this amount of solar power has reduced the yearly carbon footprint for the area by 2,944.82 tonnes. To put this into perspective, that's the equivalent amount of yearly carbon dioxide captured and sequestered by 324,114 trees, or it's equivalent to 24,540,167 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2665
436th
State Wide
1501st
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Ardlethan
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Ardlethan: Ardlethan Post Office - approx. 842 m
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Community Solar Statistics - Ardlethan, 2665
Ardlethan Demographics
Ardlethan and the postcode of 2665 has a total population of 1859 people, with a median age of 48 years. There are 985 households in Ardlethan, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1087 per week per household.
About 62% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Ardlethan is $700/month. By installing solar power in Ardlethan, the average household could save 22.05% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $189504 saving over the lifetime of their loan, assuming they put the electricity savings toward their home loan, a $500,000 loan, with a 4% interest rate over 30 years. Electricy cost savings from an average solar system is approximately 3.28% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Ardlethan is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Ardlethan
Located in the Riverina region of New South Wales, Ardlethan is a small town with a population of around 500 people. The town is known for its rich agricultural history and is surrounded by vast farmlands. Visitors can explore the Ardlethan Tin Mine, which was once one of the largest tin mines in the Southern Hemisphere. The town also has a number of parks and reserves, including the Ardlethan Nature Reserve, which is home to a variety of native flora and fauna.
Ardlethan enjoys a sunny climate, with an average of 7 hours of sunshine per day. The town experiences hot summers and mild winters, with temperatures ranging from 15°C to 32°C in summer and 4°C to 16°C in winter. These weather conditions make Ardlethan an ideal location for solar power. Solar panels can be installed at an optimal angle of 30-35 degrees facing north to maximise solar yield. However, potential shading issues should be taken into consideration when installing solar panels.
With its sunny climate and ideal location, Ardlethan is a great place to invest in solar power. Solar installers in the area can help residents and businesses install solar panels to reduce their reliance on non-renewable energy sources. Switching to solar power can also help reduce energy bills and contribute to a more sustainable future. By investing in solar power, Ardlethan can continue to thrive as a town while also contributing to the global effort to combat climate change.