Solar Power Profile - Duncans Creek, NSW 2340
More than 8256 homes in postcode 2340 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Duncans Creek, Tamworth South, Appleby, Barry, Bective, Bithramere, Bowling Alley Point, Calala, Carroll, Daruka, Dungowan, East Tamworth, Garoo, Gidley, Goonoo Goonoo, Gowrie, Hallsville, Hanging Rock, Hillvue, Keepit, Kingswood, Loomberah, Moore Creek, Nemingha, North Tamworth, Nundle, Ogunbil, Oxley Vale, Piallamore, Somerton, South Tamworth, Taminda, Tamworth, Timbumburi, Wallamore, Warral, Weabonga, West Tamworth, Westdale and Woolomin.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 56,004 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 237,414 kWh per day, or 86,656 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 $15,164,819.25 per year.
Duncans Creek and 2340 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 63,258.88 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 527,157,333 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2340
13th
State Wide
41st
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Duncans Creek
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Duncans Creek: Woolomin (culwulla) - approx. 278 m
Featured Solar Installers Servicing Duncans Creek
Eco Energy & Solar Solutions
1009 Armidale Road, 2340LG Solar Power Specialist & Authorised Solar Partner.
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New South Wales, 2340Powering Your Home and Business with Solar Energy
Community Solar Statistics - Duncans Creek, 2340
Duncans Creek Demographics
Duncans Creek and the postcode of 2340 has a total population of 48239 people, with a median age of 38 years. There are 21166 households in Duncans Creek, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 1468 per week per household.
About 58% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Duncans Creek is $1517/month. By installing solar power in Duncans Creek, the average household could save 10.18% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $87444 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 2.43% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Duncans Creek is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Duncans Creek
Appleby is a small town located in the New England region of New South Wales, Australia. It is situated approximately 6km north of Tamworth and has a population of around 300 people. The town is known for its peaceful and scenic surroundings, with rolling hills and lush greenery.
One of the main attractions of Appleby is the Oxley Wild Rivers National Park, which is located just a short drive away. The park is home to several stunning waterfalls, including Apsley Falls and Tia Falls, as well as a variety of native wildlife. Another popular attraction is the Tamworth Marsupial Park and Adventure Playground, which is perfect for families with young children.
With an average of over 8 hours of sunshine per day, Appleby is an ideal location for solar power. The town experiences a warm and temperate climate, with mild winters and hot summers. The optimal angle for solar panels in Appleby is around 30-35 degrees, facing north to maximise exposure to the sun. While shading can be an issue in some areas, a reputable solar installer will be able to assess your property and recommend the best solution for maximum solar yield.