Solar Power Profile - Moruya, NSW 2537
More than 2988 homes in postcode 2537 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Moruya, Bergalia, Bingie, Broulee, Coila, Congo, Deua, Deua River Valley, Kiora, Meringo, Mogendoura, Moruya Heads, Mossy Point, Tomakin, Turlinjah, Tuross Head and Wamban.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 16,680 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 63,164 kWh per day, or 23,055 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,341.375 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $4,034,600.5 per year.
Moruya and 2537 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 16,830.15 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 140,251,250 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2537
110th
State Wide
401st
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Moruya
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Moruya: Moruya Airport Aws - approx. 4.6 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Moruya, 2537
Moruya Demographics
Moruya and the postcode of 2537 has a total population of 11788 people, with a median age of 55 years. There are 7282 households in Moruya, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 1222 per week per household.
About 56% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Moruya is $1517/month. By installing solar power in Moruya, the average household could save 7.37% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $63322 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 2.11% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Moruya is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Moruya
Bergalia is a small town located in the Eurobodalla Shire of New South Wales, Australia. It is situated on the Princes Highway, approximately 10 km south of Moruya and 20 km north of Narooma. The town is surrounded by lush greenery and is known for its natural beauty, making it a popular tourist destination.
One of the main attractions of Bergalia is the nearby Eurobodalla National Park, which offers hiking trails, camping sites, and stunning views of the coastline. The town is also home to several historic buildings, including the Bergalia Hotel, which dates back to the 1800s. Visitors can also enjoy fishing, surfing, and swimming at the nearby beaches.
Bergalia has a sunny and mild climate, with an average of 7.5 hours of sunshine per day. This makes it an ideal location for solar power production. Solar panels should be installed facing north at an angle of around 30 degrees in order to maximise energy production. While shading can be an issue in some areas, a reputable solar installer can help to assess the best location for solar panels to ensure optimal solar yields.