Solar Power Profile - Loxford, NSW 2326
More than 1375 homes in postcode 2326 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Loxford, Abermain, Bishops Bridge, Neath, Sawyers Gully and Weston.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 8,503 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 33,010 kWh per day, or 12,049 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 $2,108,513.75 per year.
Loxford and 2326 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 8,795.77 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 73,298,083 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2326
236th
State Wide
833rd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Loxford
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Loxford: Kurri Kurri Golf Club - approx. 3.1 km
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Loxford Demographics
Loxford and the postcode of 2326 has a total population of 7470 people, with a median age of 38 years. There are 2935 households in Loxford, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.7 with a median income of 1373 per week per household.
About 73% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Loxford is $1517/month. By installing solar power in Loxford, the average household could save 8.42% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $72368 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 2.15% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Loxford is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Loxford
Located in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, Abermain is a small town with a population of just over 1,600 people. The town is situated in the Cessnock City Council area and is surrounded by picturesque countryside, including the stunning Hunter Valley wine region. Abermain is known for its friendly community and relaxed lifestyle, making it a popular destination for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.
One of the main attractions of Abermain is the abundance of natural beauty that surrounds the town. The nearby Werakata National Park offers visitors the chance to explore the stunning mountain ranges and bushland that make up this unique area. Other popular attractions in Abermain include the local community centre, which hosts a range of events and activities throughout the year, and the Abermain Eisteddfod, a popular music and arts festival that takes place annually.
With its sunny climate and high levels of solar radiation, Abermain is an ideal location for producing solar power. The town enjoys an average of 6.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it an excellent location for installing solar panels. Solar installers in Abermain can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation, as well as the lack of shading issues in the area. This means that solar yields in Abermain are high, making it an excellent location for those looking to invest in renewable energy.