Solar Power Profile - Five Ways, NSW 2873
More than 183 homes in postcode 2873 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Five Ways, Albert, Lansdale, Miamley and Tottenham.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 1,083 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 4,953 kWh per day, or 1,808 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,724.625 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $316,372.875 per year.
Five Ways and 2873 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 1,319.84 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 10,998,667 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2873
531st
State Wide
1905th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Five Ways
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Five Ways: Tottenham (euambeline) - approx. 21.3 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Five Ways, 2873
Five Ways Demographics
Five Ways and the postcode of 2873 has a total population of 476 people, with a median age of 52 years. There are 250 households in Five Ways, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 962 per week per household.
About 64% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Five Ways is $813/month. By installing solar power in Five Ways, the average household could save 17.68% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $151912 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 3.45% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Five Ways is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Five Ways
ALBERT is a small town located in the central west region of New South Wales, Australia. The town is situated in a picturesque location surrounded by the stunning mountain ranges of Mount Tilga, Mount Boorithumble, and Mount Buckaroo. The town is known for its natural beauty, and it attracts many tourists throughout the year. Visitors can enjoy hiking, camping, and bird watching in the nearby national parks and nature reserves.
The climate in ALBERT is classified as semi-arid, with hot summers and cool winters. The town receives an average of 9.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar panels installed in ALBERT can generate a significant amount of energy throughout the year, with optimal solar panel angle and orientation. Potential shading issues can be addressed by professional solar installers who can recommend the best location for solar panel installation to maximize solar yields.
ALBERT is an excellent location for solar power, with its abundant sunshine and natural beauty. Installing solar energy in ALBERT can help reduce carbon emissions and provide a sustainable source of energy. Solar power can also help reduce electricity bills and provide energy independence to households and businesses. With the help of professional solar installers, residents of ALBERT can take advantage of the benefits of solar power and contribute to a greener future.