Solar Power Profile - Heddon Greta, NSW 2321
More than 3917 homes in postcode 2321 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Heddon Greta, Iona, Windermere, Woerden, Berry Park, Butterwick, Clarence Town, Cliftleigh, Duckenfield, Duns Creek, Gillieston Heights, Glen Martin, Glen William, Harpers Hill, Hinton, Lochinvar, Luskintyre, Morpeth, Oswald, Phoenix Park, Raworth and Woodville.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 27,611 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 107,184 kWh per day, or 39,122 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 $6,846,378 per year.
Heddon Greta and 2321 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 28,559.06 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 237,992,167 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2321
58th
State Wide
194th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Heddon Greta
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Heddon Greta: Kurri Kurri Golf Club - approx. 161 m
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Community Solar Statistics - Heddon Greta, 2321
Heddon Greta Demographics
Heddon Greta and the postcode of 2321 has a total population of 19144 people, with a median age of 34 years. There are 7387 households in Heddon Greta, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.8 with a median income of 1963 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 Heddon Greta is $1950/month. By installing solar power in Heddon Greta, the average household could save 7.37% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $63336 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 1.69% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Heddon Greta is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Heddon Greta
Berry Park is a small town located in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, Australia. It is situated in the local government area of Port Stephens Council and is approximately 30 km north-west of Newcastle. The town is surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes, including the stunning Barrington Tops National Park and the Watagan Mountains. These mountains provide a perfect backdrop for solar energy production, as they offer ample sunshine and minimal shading issues.
One of the main attractions of Berry Park is the abundance of outdoor activities available. Visitors can enjoy hiking, camping, fishing, and bird watching in the nearby national parks. The town also has a number of local attractions, including the Hunter Region Botanic Gardens and the Tilligerry Habitat Reserve. With so much to see and do, Berry Park is a great destination for anyone looking to experience the beauty of Australia's natural landscapes.
The sunny climate of Berry Park makes it an ideal location for solar power production. The town experiences an average of 7 hours of sunshine per day, which is more than enough to generate significant amounts of renewable energy. By installing solar panels on homes and businesses in Berry Park, residents can take advantage of this abundant sunshine and reduce their reliance on fossil fuels. Solar installers in the area can help residents determine the optimal angle and orientation for their panels, ensuring maximum solar yields and energy savings. With the benefits of solar power becoming increasingly clear, Berry Park is well-positioned to lead the way in renewable energy production.