Solar Power Profile - Gregory Hills, NSW 2557
More than 3636 homes in postcode 2557 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Gregory Hills, Catherine Field, Gledswood Hills and Rossmore.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 31,373 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 121,043 kWh per day, or 44,181 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $2,107.875 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $7,731,621.625 per year.
Gregory Hills and 2557 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 32,252.13 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 268,767,750 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 2557
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State Wide
182nd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Gregory Hills
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Gregory Hills: Camden Valley (golf Resort) - approx. 1.9 km
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Gregory Hills Demographics
Gregory Hills and the postcode of 2557 has a total population of 19426 people, with a median age of 31 years. There are 6236 households in Gregory Hills, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 3.2 with a median income of 2453 per week per household.
About 68% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Gregory Hills is $2600/month. By installing solar power in Gregory Hills, the average household could save 6.76% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $58058 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 1.65% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Gregory Hills is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Gregory Hills
Catherine Field is a suburb located in the south-west of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. It is situated 60 kilometres away from the central business district of Sydney. The suburb is known for its peaceful and quiet environment, making it an ideal place for families and retirees. It is surrounded by beautiful parks and reserves, including the Catherine Field Nature Reserve, which is a popular spot for hiking and bird watching.
The climate in Catherine Field is generally warm and temperate, with an average temperature of 18.2 °C. The suburb experiences a significant amount of sunshine throughout the year, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar installers in Catherine Field can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation to produce maximum solar yields. With the increasing demand for renewable energy, solar power is becoming a popular choice for homeowners in Catherine Field.
Installing solar energy in Catherine Field has many benefits. It can significantly reduce energy bills, increase property value, and reduce carbon footprint. Homeowners can also take advantage of government incentives and rebates to make solar installation more affordable. With its abundant sunshine and optimal solar panel orientation, Catherine Field is an excellent location for homeowners who want to take advantage of the benefits of solar power.