Solar Power Profile - Milsons Passage, NSW 2083
More than 254 homes in postcode 2083 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Milsons Passage, Bar Point, Brooklyn, Cheero Point, Cogra Bay, Dangar Island and Mooney Mooney.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 1,550 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 6,015 kWh per day, or 2,195 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 $384,208.125 per year.
Milsons Passage and 2083 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 1,602.35 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 13,352,917 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2083
499th
State Wide
1758th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Milsons Passage
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Milsons Passage: Brooklyn (sandbrook Inlet) - approx. 4.5 km
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Milsons Passage Demographics
Milsons Passage and the postcode of 2083 has a total population of 1533 people, with a median age of 51 years. There are 885 households in Milsons Passage, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1950 per week per household.
About 58% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Milsons Passage is $2290/month. By installing solar power in Milsons Passage, the average household could save 5.58% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $47940 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 1.51% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Milsons Passage is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Milsons Passage
Bar Point is a small, secluded town located in the Hawkesbury River, New South Wales. It is a popular destination for boating, fishing, and bushwalking enthusiasts. The town is surrounded by natural beauty, including the Brisbane Water National Park and the Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. Visitors can enjoy scenic walks or boat rides to explore the area's stunning landscapes.
Bar Point enjoys a sunny climate, with an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day. The town's location on the Hawkesbury River means that it is protected from strong winds, making it an ideal location for solar power installations. Solar panels in Bar Point can be installed at an optimal angle of 33 degrees facing north to maximise solar yields. With the increasing demand for renewable energy, Bar Point has become a popular location for solar installers.
The benefits of solar power in Bar Point are numerous. Solar energy is a clean and renewable source of energy that can help reduce carbon emissions and combat climate change. Installing solar panels can also reduce energy bills and provide a reliable source of electricity, particularly in remote areas like Bar Point. By harnessing the power of the sun, Bar Point can become a more sustainable and self-sufficient community.