Solar Power Profile - Illalong Creek, NSW 2584
More than 136 homes in postcode 2584 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Illalong Creek and Binalong.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 863 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 3,615 kWh per day, or 1,319 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 $230,908.125 per year.
Illalong Creek and 2584 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 962.87 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 8,023,917 km worth of car emissions.
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Solar Power in Illalong Creek
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Illalong Creek: Binalong Post Office - approx. 6.7 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Illalong Creek, 2584
Illalong Creek Demographics
Illalong Creek and the postcode of 2584 has a total population of 501 people, with a median age of 45 years. There are 266 households in Illalong Creek, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1433 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 Illalong Creek is $1300/month. By installing solar power in Illalong Creek, the average household could save 11.06% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $95003 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 2.31% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Illalong Creek is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Illalong Creek
Binalong is a charming rural town located in the south-west slopes region of New South Wales, Australia. The town is situated in a picturesque valley surrounded by rolling hills and farmland. Binalong is known for its rich history, beautiful scenery, and friendly locals.
One of the main attractions in Binalong is the historic Binalong Courthouse, which was built in 1884 and is now a museum. The town also has several parks and reserves, including the Binalong Park and the Binalong Nature Reserve, which are great places to enjoy the outdoors.
Binalong is located in an area with high levels of solar irradiation, making it an ideal location for solar power. With an average of over 5 hours of sunshine per day, solar panels in Binalong can produce a significant amount of energy. Solar installers in the area can help residents and businesses take advantage of this renewable energy source, reducing their reliance on traditional power sources and saving money on energy bills.