Solar Power Profile - Lakelands, NSW 2282
More than 2474 homes in postcode 2282 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Lakelands, Eleebana and Warners Bay.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 15,326 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 61,320 kWh per day, or 22,382 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 $3,916,815 per year.
Lakelands and 2282 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 16,338.86 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 136,157,167 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2282
124th
State Wide
452nd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Lakelands
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Lakelands: Cockle Creek (pasminco Metals) - approx. 2.8 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Lakelands, 2282
Lakelands Demographics
Lakelands and the postcode of 2282 has a total population of 15499 people, with a median age of 45 years. There are 6481 households in Lakelands, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 1825 per week per household.
About 76% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Lakelands is $2167/month. By installing solar power in Lakelands, the average household could save 6.14% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $52772 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 1.68% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Lakelands is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Lakelands
ELEEBANA NSW 2282 is a beautiful suburb located in the city of Lake Macquarie, New South Wales, Australia. The town is situated on the eastern shore of Lake Macquarie and is surrounded by lush greenery, making it an ideal location for nature lovers. The town has a population of around 5,000 and is known for its peaceful and friendly community.
ELEEBANA is a perfect place for solar power installation due to its location and weather conditions. The town enjoys an average of 7 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power generation. The optimal solar panel angle and orientation for ELEEBANA is 33 degrees north, and the potential shading issues are minimal, which means that solar yields are high. The town also has many solar installers who can help residents install solar panels on their rooftops.
There are many attractions in ELEEBANA that make it a great place to live or visit. One of the most popular attractions is the Lake Macquarie, which is the largest coastal saltwater lake in Australia. The lake is perfect for fishing, boating, and swimming. The town is also home to the Belmont Golf Course, which is one of the best golf courses in the region. The town also has many parks and reserves, including the Blackbutt Reserve, which is a popular spot for picnics and bushwalking.