Solar Power Profile - Oatley, NSW 2223
More than 1566 homes in postcode 2223 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Oatley and Mortdale.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 10,072 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 39,579 kWh per day, or 14,446 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,596.875 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $2,528,108.625 per year.
Oatley and 2223 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 10,545.58 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 87,879,833 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2223
195th
State Wide
713rd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Oatley
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Oatley: Oatley (woronora Parade) - approx. 536 m
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Oatley Demographics
Oatley and the postcode of 2223 has a total population of 20473 people, with a median age of 40 years. There are 8188 households in Oatley, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.7 with a median income of 2229 per week per household.
About 65% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Oatley is $2600/month. By installing solar power in Oatley, the average household could save 5.12% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $43983 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 1.38% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Oatley is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Oatley
Mortdale is a suburb located in the southern part of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. It is situated 20 kilometers south of the Sydney central business district and is part of the St George area. Mortdale is a quiet and peaceful suburb with a friendly community and a range of amenities.
The town boasts several parks and reserves, including Gannons Park, Jubilee Park, and Mortdale Park, which offer plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities such as picnics, sports, and walking trails. Mortdale also has a vibrant shopping district with a variety of shops, cafes, and restaurants.
Mortdale has an ideal climate for solar power with an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day. The optimal solar panel angle for Mortdale is 33 degrees, facing north. While shading can be an issue in some areas, a reputable solar installer can help you design a solar system that maximizes your solar yield. By installing solar energy in Mortdale, you can reduce your carbon footprint, save money on your energy bills, and contribute to a more sustainable future.