Solar Power Profile - Martinsville, NSW 2265
More than 1667 homes in postcode 2265 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Martinsville and Cooranbong.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 10,630 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 40,760 kWh per day, or 14,877 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 $2,603,545 per year.
Martinsville and 2265 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 10,860.21 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 90,501,750 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 2265
188th
State Wide
674th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Martinsville
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Martinsville: Cooranbong (avondale) - approx. 6 km
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Martinsville Demographics
Martinsville and the postcode of 2265 has a total population of 7025 people, with a median age of 40 years. There are 2825 households in Martinsville, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.7 with a median income of 1648 per week per household.
About 66% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Martinsville is $2072/month. By installing solar power in Martinsville, the average household could save 6.17% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $52983 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 1.79% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Martinsville is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Martinsville
Cooranbong is a small town located in the Lake Macquarie region of New South Wales, Australia. The town is surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes and is home to a range of attractions that make it a popular tourist destination. Visitors can explore the nearby Watagans National Park, which offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. The town is also home to Avondale College, a Seventh-day Adventist tertiary education institution that attracts students from all over the world.
Cooranbong enjoys a warm temperate climate with plenty of sunshine throughout the year, making it an ideal location for solar power. The town receives an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, which is perfect for generating solar energy. Solar installers in Cooranbong can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximise solar yields. While potential shading issues should be taken into account, Cooranbong's sunny climate makes it an excellent location for solar power.
The benefits of solar power in Cooranbong are numerous. Solar energy is a clean and renewable source of power that can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. Installing solar panels can also help homeowners and businesses save money on their energy bills, as they can generate their own electricity and reduce their reliance on the grid. With a range of solar installers operating in Cooranbong, residents and businesses have plenty of options when it comes to harnessing the power of the sun.