Solar Power Profile - Mihi, NSW 2358
More than 735 homes in postcode 2358 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Mihi, Arding, Bakers Creek, Balala, Gostwyck, Kingstown, Rocky River, Salisbury Plains, Torryburn, Uralla and Yarrowyck.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 4,405 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 18,882 kWh per day, or 6,892 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,660.75 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,206,087.75 per year.
Mihi and 2358 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 5,031.16 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 41,926,333 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2358
356th
State Wide
1216th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Mihi
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Mihi: Uralla (mihi) - approx. 4.3 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Mihi, 2358
Mihi Demographics
Mihi and the postcode of 2358 has a total population of 3431 people, with a median age of 47 years. There are 1672 households in Mihi, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1213 per week per household.
About 64% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Mihi is $1300/month. By installing solar power in Mihi, the average household could save 10.65% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $91485 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 2.63% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Mihi is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Mihi
Arding is a small town located in the New England region of New South Wales, Australia. It is situated approximately 35 kilometres south of Inverell and 90 kilometres north of Tamworth. The town is surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, including the Mount Kaputar National Park and the Horton Valley National Park. Arding is also home to several historic buildings, including the Arding Railway Station and the Arding Hotel.
With an average of 7.5 hours of sunshine per day, Arding is an ideal location for solar power production. The town experiences a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters, making it an excellent location for solar panel installation. Solar installers in Arding can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximise solar yields and reduce shading issues. With the increasing demand for renewable energy, solar power is becoming an attractive option for homeowners and businesses in Arding.
Investing in solar energy in Arding can provide numerous benefits, including reduced energy costs, increased energy independence, and a reduced carbon footprint. Solar power is a clean and renewable energy source that can help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. By installing solar panels, homeowners and businesses in Arding can take advantage of the abundant sunshine to generate their own electricity and contribute to a more sustainable future.