Solar Power Profile - Cobargo, NSW 2550
More than 3998 homes in postcode 2550 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Cobargo, Wyndham, Angledale, Bega, Bemboka, Black Range, Bournda, Brogo, Buckajo, Bunga, Burragate, Candelo, Chinnock, Coolagolite, Coolangubra, Coopers Gully, Devils Hole, Doctor George Mountain, Frogs Hollow, Greendale, Jellat Jellat, Kalaru, Kameruka, Kanoona, Kingswood, Mogareeka, Mogilla, Morans Crossing, Mumbulla Mountain, Murrah, Myrtle Mountain, Nelson, New Buildings, Numbugga, Pericoe, Quaama, Reedy Swamp, Rocky Hall, South Wolumla, Stony Creek, Tanja, Tantawangalo, Tarraganda, Tathra, Toothdale, Towamba, Verona, Wallagoot, Wandella, Wapengo, Wog Wog, Wolumla, Yambulla, Yankees Creek and Yowrie.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 20,086 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 73,667 kWh per day, or 26,888 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,149.75 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $4,705,479.625 per year.
Cobargo and 2550 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 19,628.24 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 163,568,667 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2550
90th
State Wide
297th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Cobargo
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Cobargo: Cobargo Post Office - approx. 1.2 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Cobargo, 2550
Cobargo Demographics
Cobargo and the postcode of 2550 has a total population of 15568 people, with a median age of 49 years. There are 7615 households in Cobargo, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1245 per week per household.
About 67% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Cobargo is $1421/month. By installing solar power in Cobargo, the average household could save 6.74% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $57942 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 1.78% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Cobargo is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Cobargo
Angledale is a charming town located in the Bega Valley Shire of New South Wales, Australia. The town is situated approximately 10 kilometres south of Bega and is known for its picturesque countryside, rolling hills, and lush greenery. The town is also home to a number of local attractions, including the Angledale Mountain Range, which provides a stunning backdrop for the town.
With an average of 6.5 hours of sunshine per day, Angledale is an ideal location for producing solar power. The town's sunny climate and favourable weather conditions make it an excellent choice for installing solar panels. Solar power is a clean, renewable energy source that can help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and lower your energy bills.
Installing solar panels in Angledale can help to reduce your carbon footprint and save you money on your energy bills. By working with a local solar installer, you can ensure that your solar panels are installed at the optimal angle and orientation to maximise solar yields and minimise shading issues. With its sunny climate and favourable weather conditions, Angledale is an excellent location for producing solar power and taking advantage of the many benefits of renewable energy.