Solar Power Profile - Lochiel, NSW 2549
More than 847 homes in postcode 2549 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Lochiel, Bald Hills, Broadwater, Greigs Flat, Millingandi, Nethercote, Pambula, Pambula Beach and South Pambula.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 4,705 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 17,030 kWh per day, or 6,216 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 $1,087,791.25 per year.
Lochiel and 2549 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 4,537.68 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 37,814,000 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2549
334th
State Wide
1169th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Lochiel
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Lochiel: Lochiel (carisbrook Farm) - approx. 2 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Lochiel, 2549
Lochiel Demographics
Lochiel and the postcode of 2549 has a total population of 3724 people, with a median age of 51 years. There are 1874 households in Lochiel, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1307 per week per household.
About 70% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Lochiel is $1517/month. By installing solar power in Lochiel, 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 1.88% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Lochiel is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Lochiel
Bald Hills is a small town located in the South Coast region of New South Wales, Australia. It is situated in the Eurobodalla Shire and is surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes. The town is home to a number of attractions including the Eurobodalla Regional Botanic Garden, which boasts a range of native plants and wildlife. Other popular attractions include the nearby beaches and the Tollgate Islands Nature Reserve.
With its sunny climate and high levels of solar radiation, Bald Hills is an ideal location for solar power. The town enjoys an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it an excellent place for solar panel installation. Solar energy is a clean and renewable source of energy that can help reduce your carbon footprint and save you money on your energy bills. By installing solar panels on your property in Bald Hills, you can take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine and generate your own electricity.
If you're looking for a reliable solar installer in Bald Hills, there are a number of companies that can help. These solar installers can provide you with expert advice on the best solar panel angle and orientation for your property, as well as any potential shading issues that may affect your solar yields. By working with a reputable solar installer, you can ensure that your solar panels are installed correctly and that you get the most out of your solar energy system.