Solar Power Profile - Blairmount, NSW 2559
More than 276 homes in postcode 2559 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Blairmount and Claymore.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 2,020 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 7,792 kWh per day, or 2,844 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,788.5 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $497,714 per year.
Blairmount and 2559 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 2,076.12 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 17,301,000 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2559
464th
State Wide
1619th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Blairmount
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Blairmount: Campbelltown (mount Annan) - approx. 1.9 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Blairmount, 2559
Blairmount Demographics
Blairmount and the postcode of 2559 has a total population of 2615 people, with a median age of 28 years. There are 936 households in Blairmount, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 3.1 with a median income of 1141 per week per household.
About 27% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Blairmount is $2500/month. By installing solar power in Blairmount, the average household could save 5.96% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $51231 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 3.01% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Blairmount is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Blairmount
Blairmount is a suburb located in the Macarthur Region of New South Wales, Australia. The suburb is situated 55 kilometers southwest of Sydney's central business district and is part of the City of Campbelltown. Blairmount is a peaceful and quiet suburb that offers a relaxed lifestyle to its residents. The suburb is surrounded by beautiful parks and reserves, including the Dharawal National Park, which is a popular destination for bushwalking and birdwatching. Other local attractions include the Australian Botanic Garden and the Campbelltown Arts Centre.
Blairmount enjoys a warm and temperate climate, with an average temperature of 18.2°C. The suburb experiences an average of 7.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power installation. Solar panels installed in Blairmount can produce a high amount of energy due to the suburb's favorable weather conditions. Local solar installers can help residents choose the optimal angle and orientation for their solar panels to maximize their solar yield.
Installing solar energy in Blairmount can provide numerous benefits to its residents. Solar power is a renewable energy source that can significantly reduce electricity bills and carbon footprint. By using solar power, residents can also contribute to a cleaner and more sustainable environment. Solar panels require little maintenance and have a long lifespan, making them a cost-effective investment for homeowners. With the help of local solar installers, residents can easily switch to solar power and enjoy its many benefits.