Solar Power Profile - Leigh, NSW 2453
More than 679 homes in postcode 2453 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Leigh, Briggsvale, Dorrigo North, Gangara, Glen Fernaigh, Maynards Plains, Moonpar, Muldiva, Bielsdown Hills, Billys Creek, Bostobrick, Cascade, Clouds Creek, Deer Vale, Dorrigo, Dorrigo Mountain, Dundurrabin, Ebor, Fernbrook, Hernani, Marengo, Megan, Moonpar, Never Never, North Dorrigo, Tallowwood Ridge, Tyringham and Wild Cattle Creek.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 3,614 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 14,458 kWh per day, or 5,277 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,341.375 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $923,504.75 per year.
Leigh and 2453 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 3,852.21 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 32,101,750 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2453
390th
State Wide
1319th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Leigh
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Leigh: North Dorrigo (tyringham Road) - approx. 8.2 km
Featured Solar Installers Servicing Leigh
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Community Solar Statistics - Leigh, 2453
Leigh Demographics
Leigh and the postcode of 2453 has a total population of 2535 people, with a median age of 55 years. There are 1446 households in Leigh, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.1 with a median income of 965 per week per household.
About 62% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Leigh is $1220/month. By installing solar power in Leigh, the average household could save 9.16% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $78737 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 2.67% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Leigh is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Leigh
Bielsdown Hills is a small town located in the Mid North Coast region of New South Wales, Australia. The town is situated in the Bellingen Shire and is surrounded by lush green forests and rolling hills. Bielsdown Hills is a popular destination for nature lovers, hikers, and bird watchers. The town offers a peaceful and serene environment, away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Bielsdown Hills enjoys a moderate climate with warm summers and mild winters. The town receives an average of 7 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar panels installed in Bielsdown Hills can produce a significant amount of energy throughout the year, reducing the dependence on traditional sources of energy. Solar installers in the town can help residents and businesses design and install solar systems that are optimised for the local weather conditions and solar yields.
The benefits of solar power in Bielsdown Hills are numerous. Solar energy is a clean and renewable source of energy that can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. By installing solar panels, residents and businesses can save money on their energy bills and contribute to a more sustainable future. Solar power can also increase the value of properties and make them more attractive to buyers. With the help of local solar installers, Bielsdown Hills can become a shining example of a sustainable and eco-friendly community.