Solar Power Profile - Horsley Park, NSW 2175
More than 279 homes in postcode 2175 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Horsley Park.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 5,008 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 19,321 kWh per day, or 7,052 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $4,407.375 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,234,128.875 per year.
Horsley Park and 2175 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 5,147.96 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 42,899,667 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 2175
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Solar Power in Horsley Park
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Horsley Park: Horsley Park Equestrian Centre Aws - approx. 754 m
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Horsley Park Demographics
Horsley Park and the postcode of 2175 has a total population of 1695 people, with a median age of 45 years. There are 572 households in Horsley Park, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 3.2 with a median income of 2135 per week per household.
About 70% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Horsley Park is $3250/month. By installing solar power in Horsley Park, the average household could save 11.3% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $97115 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 3.97% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Horsley Park is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Horsley Park
Horsley Park is a suburb located in the western part of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. It is situated 39 kilometers west of the central business district of Sydney and is a part of the Greater Western Sydney region. The suburb is known for its beautiful parks and gardens, including the Western Sydney Parklands, which is one of the largest urban parklands in the world. The parklands offer a range of recreational activities, including cycling, walking, and picnicking. Horsley Park is also home to several historic buildings, such as the Horsley Homestead and the Horsley Drive.
The climate in Horsley Park is classified as warm and temperate. The suburb experiences mild winters and warm summers, with an average temperature of 18.4°C. Horsley Park receives an average of 2,600 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal location for solar power. The optimal angle for solar panels in Horsley Park is between 20 and 30 degrees, with a north-facing orientation. However, shading issues should be taken into consideration when installing solar panels.
Installing solar panels in Horsley Park can provide a range of benefits, including reduced electricity bills and a lower carbon footprint. Solar power is a renewable energy source that can help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. There are several solar installers in Horsley Park that can help residents and businesses to install solar panels and take advantage of the benefits of solar power. By investing in solar energy, residents and businesses in Horsley Park can contribute to a more sustainable future.