Solar Power Profile - Mount Harris, NSW 2824
More than 613 homes in postcode 2824 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Mount Harris, Beemunnel, Bullagreen, Eenaweena, Marthaguy, Mount Foster, Mumblebone Plain, Oxley, Pigeonbah, Pine Clump, Ravenswood, Red Hill, Snakes Plain, Tenandra and Warren.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 3,797 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 17,543 kWh per day, or 6,403 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,852.375 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,120,559.125 per year.
Mount Harris and 2824 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 4,674.19 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 38,951,583 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 2824
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Solar Power in Mount Harris
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Mount Harris: Quambone (oxley) - approx. 16.4 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Mount Harris, 2824
Mount Harris Demographics
Mount Harris and the postcode of 2824 has a total population of 1808 people, with a median age of 46 years. There are 955 households in Mount Harris, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1276 per week per household.
About 53% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Mount Harris is $1050/month. By installing solar power in Mount Harris, the average household could save 14.7% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $126336 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 2.79% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Mount Harris is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Mount Harris
BEEMUNNEL is a small town located in New South Wales, Australia. It is situated in the Central Tablelands region and is surrounded by stunning mountain ranges such as the Great Dividing Range and the Blue Mountains. The town is known for its peaceful and serene environment, making it an ideal location for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.
With an average of 7.5 hours of sunshine per day, BEEMUNNEL is an excellent place for producing solar power. The optimal solar panel angle and orientation in this area is 30-35 degrees facing north, which can result in high solar yields. However, potential shading issues should be considered when installing solar panels.
By installing solar energy systems in BEEMUNNEL, residents can take advantage of the abundant sunshine and reduce their reliance on non-renewable energy sources. Solar power is a clean and sustainable energy source that can help to reduce carbon emissions and protect the environment. There are many reputable solar installers in the area who can provide expert advice and installation services to help residents make the most of the benefits of solar power.