Solar Power Profile - Garthowen, NSW 2345
More than 156 homes in postcode 2345 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Garthowen and Attunga.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 1,031 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 4,519 kWh per day, or 1,649 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 $288,651.125 per year.
Garthowen and 2345 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 1,203.77 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 10,031,417 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2345
538th
State Wide
1922nd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Garthowen
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Garthowen: Attunga (minderoo) - approx. 2.1 km
Featured Solar Installers Servicing Garthowen
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 - Garthowen, 2345
Garthowen Demographics
Garthowen and the postcode of 2345 has a total population of 671 people, with a median age of 43 years. There are 302 households in Garthowen, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 1493 per week per household.
About 76% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Garthowen is $1300/month. By installing solar power in Garthowen, the average household could save 11.87% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $102041 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 2.39% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Garthowen is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Garthowen
Attunga is a small town located in the New England region of New South Wales, Australia. It is situated approximately 20 kilometres north of Tamworth and has a population of around 500 people. The town is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is known for its peaceful and relaxed atmosphere.
One of the main attractions in Attunga is the nearby Mount Borah, which is a popular spot for paragliding and hang gliding. The mountain offers stunning views of the surrounding area and is a great place to watch the sunset. Other local landmarks include the Attunga Cemetery and the Attunga War Memorial.
Attunga is blessed with plenty of sunshine throughout the year, making it an ideal location for solar power. The town experiences an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, with the highest levels of sunlight occurring during the summer months. Solar panels installed in Attunga have the potential to generate a significant amount of energy, which can be used to power homes and businesses in the area. By installing solar panels, residents of Attunga can reduce their reliance on traditional energy sources and help to protect the environment.