Solar Power Profile - Jesmond, NSW 2299
More than 1179 homes in postcode 2299 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Jesmond, Glen Inneslambton, Lambton and North Lambton.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 6,950 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 27,975 kWh per day, or 10,211 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,533 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,786,903.125 per year.
Jesmond and 2299 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 7,454.03 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 62,116,917 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2299
265th
State Wide
944th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Jesmond
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Jesmond: Newcastle University - approx. 1.9 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Jesmond, 2299
Jesmond Demographics
Jesmond and the postcode of 2299 has a total population of 11028 people, with a median age of 34 years. There are 4814 households in Jesmond, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1486 per week per household.
About 50% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Jesmond is $1950/month. By installing solar power in Jesmond, the average household could save 6.55% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $56298 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 1.98% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Jesmond is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Jesmond
Glen InnesLAMBTON is a charming town located in New South Wales, Australia. It is situated on the Northern Tablelands and is surrounded by beautiful mountain ranges such as the Gibraltar Range and the Great Dividing Range. The town is known for its rich history, picturesque landscapes, and friendly locals.
One of the main attractions of Glen InnesLAMBTON is the Australian Standing Stones, which is a unique monument that celebrates the Celtic heritage of the town. Visitors can also explore the Land of the Beardies History House Museum, which showcases the history of the region. Other popular activities include hiking, fishing, and camping in the nearby national parks.
Glen InnesLAMBTON enjoys a sunny climate with an average of 260 days of sunshine per year, making it an ideal location for solar power. The optimal angle for solar panels in the town is between 20-30 degrees, and the best orientation is north-facing. While there may be some shading issues due to the surrounding mountain ranges, the high solar yields make up for it. Installing solar energy in Glen InnesLAMBTON can help reduce energy bills and carbon emissions, and there are many reputable solar installers in the area that can help homeowners and businesses make the switch to renewable energy.