Solar Power Profile - Captains Flat, NSW 2623
More than 93 homes in postcode 2623 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Captains Flat.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 530 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 2,069 kWh per day, or 755 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,405.25 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $132,157.375 per year.
Captains Flat and 2623 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 551.15 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 4,592,917 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2623
576th
State Wide
2175th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Captains Flat
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Captains Flat: Captains Flat (foxlow St) - approx. 1.4 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Captains Flat, 2623
Captains Flat Demographics
Captains Flat and the postcode of 2623 has a total population of 555 people, with a median age of 40 years. There are 281 households in Captains Flat, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1644 per week per household.
About 68% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Captains Flat is $1309/month. By installing solar power in Captains Flat, the average household could save 8.95% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $76878 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 1.64% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Captains Flat is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Captains Flat
Captains Flat is a small town located in the Southern Tablelands region of New South Wales, Australia. The town is situated approximately 50 kilometres southeast of the capital city of Canberra and is nestled in the foothills of the Great Dividing Range. Captains Flat is known for its rich mining history, with the Lake George Mine having operated in the area for over 100 years.
Despite its small size, Captains Flat boasts a number of attractions and features, including the Captains Flat Hotel, which is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike. The town is also home to a number of historic buildings, including the Captains Flat Railway Station and the Captains Flat Schoolhouse Museum.
With its high levels of sunshine and clear skies, Captains Flat is an ideal location for solar power. The town receives an average of 5.5 hours of sunlight per day, making it an excellent choice for those looking to install solar panels. Solar installers in Captains Flat can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation, which is approximately 30 degrees from horizontal and facing north. Potential shading issues are minimal, and solar yields are high, making solar power a cost-effective and sustainable energy option for the town.