Solar Power Profile - North Tamworth, NSW 2340
More than 8256 homes in postcode 2340 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of North Tamworth, Tamworth South, Appleby, Barry, Bective, Bithramere, Bowling Alley Point, Calala, Carroll, Daruka, Duncans Creek, Dungowan, East Tamworth, Garoo, Gidley, Goonoo Goonoo, Gowrie, Hallsville, Hanging Rock, Hillvue, Keepit, Kingswood, Loomberah, Moore Creek, Nemingha, Nundle, Ogunbil, Oxley Vale, Piallamore, Somerton, South Tamworth, Taminda, Tamworth, Timbumburi, Wallamore, Warral, Weabonga, West Tamworth, Westdale and Woolomin.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 56,004 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 248,084 kWh per day, or 90,551 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,916.25 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $15,846,365.5 per year.
North Tamworth and 2340 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 66,102.23 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 550,851,917 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2340
13th
State Wide
41st
Australia Wide
Solar Power in North Tamworth
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to North Tamworth: Tamworth (oxley Vale) - approx. 2.4 km
Featured Solar Installers Servicing North Tamworth
Eco Energy & Solar Solutions
1009 Armidale Road, 2340LG Solar Power Specialist & Authorised Solar Partner.
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New South Wales, 2340Powering Your Home and Business with Solar Energy
Community Solar Statistics - North Tamworth, 2340
North Tamworth Demographics
North Tamworth and the postcode of 2340 has a total population of 48239 people, with a median age of 38 years. There are 21166 households in North Tamworth, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 1468 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 North Tamworth is $1517/month. By installing solar power in North Tamworth, the average household could save 10.53% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $90459 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 2.51% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in North Tamworth is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About North Tamworth
Appleby is a small town located in the New England region of New South Wales, Australia. It is situated approximately 6km north of Tamworth and has a population of around 300 people. The town is known for its peaceful and scenic surroundings, with rolling hills and lush greenery.
One of the main attractions of Appleby is the Oxley Wild Rivers National Park, which is located just a short drive away. The park is home to several stunning waterfalls, including Apsley Falls and Tia Falls, as well as a variety of native wildlife. Another popular attraction is the Tamworth Marsupial Park and Adventure Playground, which is perfect for families with young children.
With an average of over 8 hours of sunshine per day, Appleby is an ideal location for solar power. The town experiences a warm and temperate climate, with mild winters and hot summers. The optimal angle for solar panels in Appleby is around 30-35 degrees, facing north to maximise exposure to the sun. While shading can be an issue in some areas, a reputable solar installer will be able to assess your property and recommend the best solution for maximum solar yield.