Solar Power Profile - Porters Creek, NSW 2538
More than 576 homes in postcode 2538 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Porters Creek, Brooman, Little Forest, Milton, Mogood, Morton, Woodburn and Woodstock.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 3,506 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 12,692 kWh per day, or 4,633 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,405.25 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $810,701.5 per year.
Porters Creek and 2538 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 3,382.09 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 28,184,083 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2538
398th
State Wide
1335th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Porters Creek
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Porters Creek: Yatteyattah (pointer Road) - approx. 7.5 km
Featured Solar Installers Servicing Porters Creek
Bellette Electrical, Solar & AC
261 Bryces Rd, 2535Specialising in Electrical, Solar and Air Conditioning
Community Solar Statistics - Porters Creek, 2538
Porters Creek Demographics
Porters Creek and the postcode of 2538 has a total population of 2269 people, with a median age of 54 years. There are 1060 households in Porters Creek, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1353 per week per household.
About 72% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Porters Creek is $1733/month. By installing solar power in Porters Creek, the average household could save 6.76% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $58069 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% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Porters Creek is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Porters Creek
Brooman is a small town located in the Shoalhaven region of New South Wales, Australia. The town is situated on the eastern side of the Shoalhaven River, approximately 15 kilometres south-west of Ulladulla. Brooman is known for its picturesque countryside, with rolling hills and lush greenery. The town is also home to several historic landmarks, including the Brooman State Forest and the Brooman Public School.
With an average of 7.5 hours of sunshine per day, Brooman is an ideal location for solar power production. The town receives plenty of sunlight throughout the year, which makes it an excellent place to install solar panels. The optimal angle for solar panels in Brooman is around 30 degrees, facing north. However, it's important to note that shading can significantly reduce solar yields, so it's important to choose a location that's free from obstructions.
By installing solar panels in Brooman, residents and businesses can benefit from reduced energy bills and a lower carbon footprint. Solar power is a renewable energy source that's clean, efficient, and cost-effective. With the help of professional solar installers, it's easy to harness the power of the sun and start enjoying the benefits of solar energy.