Solar Power Profile - Kiah, NSW 2551
More than 699 homes in postcode 2551 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Kiah, Boydtown, Eden, Edrom, Green Cape, Nadgee, Narrabarba, Nullica, Nungatta, Nungatta South, Timbillica, Wonboyn, Wonboyn Lake and Wonboyn North.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 3,707 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 13,773 kWh per day, or 5,027 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,277.5 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $879,750.375 per year.
Kiah and 2551 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 3,669.71 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 30,580,917 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2551
384th
State Wide
1303rd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Kiah
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Kiah: Eden (marine Rescue Eden) - approx. 8.8 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Kiah, 2551
Kiah Demographics
Kiah and the postcode of 2551 has a total population of 3256 people, with a median age of 53 years. There are 1819 households in Kiah, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 1015 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 Kiah is $1517/month. By installing solar power in Kiah, the average household could save 7.02% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $60306 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 2.42% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Kiah is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Kiah
Boyd Town is a small coastal town located in the South Coast region of New South Wales, Australia. The town is situated on the northern bank of the picturesque Twofold Bay, which is surrounded by stunning mountain ranges such as Mount Imlay and Mount Dromedary. Boyd Town is home to a range of attractions such as the historic Seahorse Inn, which was built in 1843 and is one of the oldest continuously licensed hotels in Australia. Other notable attractions include the Boydtown Beach, the Eden Killer Whale Museum, and the Ben Boyd National Park.
Boyd Town enjoys a temperate climate with mild winters and warm summers. The town experiences an average of 6.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power generation. The optimal angle for solar panels in Boyd Town is between 20 and 30 degrees, and the best orientation is north-facing. While shading from trees and buildings can be an issue, a reputable solar installer can help you design a system that maximizes solar yields.
Installing solar panels in Boyd Town can help you save money on your energy bills while reducing your carbon footprint. Solar power is a renewable energy source that produces no greenhouse gas emissions, making it an environmentally friendly choice. By investing in solar energy, you can take advantage of the abundant sunshine in Boyd Town and contribute to a more sustainable future for your community.