Solar Power Profile - Hornsby, NSW 2077
More than 2246 homes in postcode 2077 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Hornsby, Asquith, Hornsby Heights and Waitara.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 15,056 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 56,295 kWh per day, or 20,548 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,596.875 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $3,595,843.125 per year.
Hornsby and 2077 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 15,000.04 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 125,000,333 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2077
127th
State Wide
460th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Hornsby
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Hornsby: Hornsby (swimming Pool) - approx. 423 m
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Community Solar Statistics - Hornsby, 2077
Hornsby Demographics
Hornsby and the postcode of 2077 has a total population of 41305 people, with a median age of 38 years. There are 17173 households in Hornsby, with an average of 1 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.6 with a median income of 2108 per week per household.
About 55% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Hornsby is $2350/month. By installing solar power in Hornsby, the average household could save 5.66% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $48662 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 1.46% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Hornsby is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Hornsby
Asquith is a suburb located in the Upper North Shore of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. It is a peaceful and friendly town with a population of approximately 4,500 people. The town is known for its beautiful parks, bushlands, and creeks, making it a perfect location for nature lovers. The Asquith Golf Club is a popular attraction in the area, offering a challenging course and stunning views of the surrounding landscape. Other notable landmarks include the Asquith Bowling Club and the Asquith Magpies Football Club.
Asquith enjoys a temperate climate with warm summers and mild winters. The town receives an average of 2,500 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar panels installed in Asquith can produce a high yield of energy due to the optimal solar panel angle and orientation. However, potential shading issues should be considered when installing solar panels in the area.
Installing solar panels in Asquith can provide numerous benefits, including reduced energy bills, lower carbon footprint, and increased property value. Solar installers in the area can help residents and businesses take advantage of these benefits by providing expert advice and high-quality solar panel installations. Asquith is committed to promoting renewable energy and sustainability, making it an excellent location for solar power.