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Solar Power Profile - Eccleston, NSW 2311

More than 242 homes in postcode 2311 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Eccleston, Bonnington Park, Allynbrook, Bingleburra, Carrabolla, East Gresford, Gresford, Halton, Lewinsbrook, Lostock, Mount Rivers and Upper Allyn.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 1,759 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 6,829 kWh per day, or 2,493 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 $436,202.375 per year.

Eccleston and 2311 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 1,819.89 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 15,165,750 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 2311

497th

State Wide

1743rd

Australia Wide

Solar Power in Eccleston

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Average kW per solar installation

Postcode 2311

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Number of Home Solar Systems Installed

Postcode 2311

Daily Avg Sunshine in Eccleston
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Eccleston: Eccleston (willow Grove) - approx. 1.2 km

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Eccleston

Millennium Electrical & Solar

Medowie, 2318

Local Electrician in Port Stephens

Elite Power Group

Thornton, 2322

Clean Energy Council Approved Solar Retailer.

Sun2u Electrical & Solar

Unit 16/33 Kyle St, 2320

Newcastle & Hunter valley's electrical & solar specialists.

Hunter Electrics

Po Box 30, 2335

For ALL your Electrical needs.

Community Solar Statistics - Eccleston, 2311

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Homes With Solar

242

Homes With Solar

This calculation is based on the Clean Energy Regulator number of small-scale technology certificates (STCs) claimed for solar installations less than 100kW in size in the 2311 postcode. The number of certificates claimed is directly related to the number of solar power systems commissioned, as lodged by the solar installation business.

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Avg Solar Savings

$1,789/year

Avg Solar Savings

This calculation assumes a Beauru of Meteorology annual mean global daily irradiation for Eccleston based on the average solar system size for 2311, modelled with a 50% of solar production that is fed directly into the grid at 10c/kWh, and the remaining 50% of the solar energy produced being consumed within the home at an energy bill reduction of 25c/kWh.

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Est Retail Value of Power Generated

$623,146/year

Est Retail Value of Power Generated

This calculation assumes a Beauru of Meteorology mean global daily irradiation for Eccleston, using the total number of kW installed according to the Clean Energy Regulator, valued at 25c/kWh.

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Solar Panels Installed

1,759 kW

Solar Panels Installed

This calculation is based on for the number of kilowatts installed in postcode 2311 according to the Clean Energy Regulator.

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Avg Daily Solar Generation

6,829 kWh

Avg Daily Solar Generation

This calculation is based on the total number of kilowatts installed for this location sourced from the Clean Energy Regulator multiplied by the annual mean global daily irradiation for the Beauru of Meteorology weather station nearest to Eccleston. The amount of solar power generated each day is therefore the total amount of solar power generated per one day based on an average day of sunlight.

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Yearly Solar Generation

2,493 MWh

Yearly Solar Generation

This calculation is based on the total number of kilowatts installed for this location sourced from the Clean Energy Regulator multiplied by the mean global daily irradiation for the Beauru of Meteorology weather station nearest to Eccleston. The amount of solar power generated each year is therefore the total amount solar power panel generated for 12 months based on an average day of sunlight.

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Local Jobs Created

10

Local Jobs Created

This calculation is based on Beyond Zero Emissions economic modelling showing that 5.8 jobs are directly created per megawatt of rooftop solar installed. The amount of jobs created from rooftop solar in postcode 2311 takes the number of "Solar Panels Installed" calculation multiplied by 5.8 jobs/MW ratio to indicate the employment created.

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Community Energy Savings

$436,202/year

Community Energy Savings

This is based on the "Average Solar Savings" calculation multiplied by the total number of Homes with Solar calculation for postcode 2311. The total amount of money saved by residential solar power for this area indicates how much this location saves in total dollars each year from the total amount of solar power generation.

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Local Business Generated

$5,277,600

Local Business Generated

To figure out the economic value generated for solar installation businesses servicing postcode 2311, we take the Solar Panels Installed calculation and multiply it by an average assumed price of $3 per watt, which we adjusted for historical price changes. This then gives us an idea of the revenue generated by solar installation businesses supplying and installing solar power in the area.

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Annual CO2 Reduction

1,820 tonnes

Annual CO2 Reduction

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 2311 using the "Yearly Solar Generation" calculation multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in NSW. So this shows us the amount of carbon dioxide pollution equivalent that would be generated by coal-fired power stations for the same amount of kilowatts that are instead saved by clean and green rooftop solar power.

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Yearly Carbon Sequestration

25,478 trees

Yearly Carbon Sequestration

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 2311 using the "Yearly Solar Generation" calculation multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in NSW, then coverted to the number of trees that would be required to capture and sequester that amount of carbon dioxide pollution. (14 trees per tonne of CO2) So this number gives us a different way of understanding the environmental benefits of solar by giving us an equivalent number of mature trees capturing and sequestering carbon dioxide pollution into the soil that is equal to the amount of CO2 otherwise saved because of rooftop solar power in this area.

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Yearly Car Emissions

15,165,750 km driven

Yearly Car Emissions

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 2311 using the "Yearly Solar Generation" calculation multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in NSW, then coverted to the number of kilometres driven by an average car. (120g of CO2 per km driven) So this number gives us a different way of understanding the environmental benefits of solar by giving us an equivalent number of kilometres driven worth of car emissions that is equal to the amount of CO2 otherwise saved because of rooftop solar power in this area.

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Eccleston Demographics

Eccleston and the postcode of 2311 has a total population of 860 people, with a median age of 46 years. There are 417 households in Eccleston, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1346 per week per household.

About 66% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Eccleston is $1733/month. By installing solar power in Eccleston, the average household could save 8.6% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $73906 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 2.56% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Eccleston is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Eccleston

Allynbrook is a small town located in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, Australia. It is situated in the picturesque Allyn River valley, surrounded by the stunning Barrington Tops National Park. The town is known for its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere, making it a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

With an average of 7.5 hours of sunshine per day, Allynbrook is an ideal location for solar power. The optimal angle for solar panels in this region is between 20 and 30 degrees, facing north or northwest. However, shading can be an issue in some areas, so it is important to consult with a reputable solar installer to ensure maximum solar yields.

By harnessing the power of the sun, residents of Allynbrook can significantly reduce their carbon footprint and save money on their energy bills. Solar power is a clean and renewable energy source, making it an environmentally friendly choice for powering homes and businesses. With the help of experienced solar installers, the residents of Allynbrook can take advantage of the abundant sunshine and enjoy the benefits of solar power.

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