Solar Power Profile - Sandgate, NSW 2304
More than 1745 homes in postcode 2304 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Sandgate, Mayfield, Kooragang, Mayfield, Mayfield East, Mayfield North, Mayfield West and Warabrook.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 11,020 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 44,354 kWh per day, or 16,189 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 $2,833,111.75 per year.
Sandgate and 2304 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 11,817.97 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 98,483,083 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2304
180th
State Wide
653rd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Sandgate
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Sandgate: Newcastle University - approx. 2.5 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Sandgate, 2304
Sandgate Demographics
Sandgate and the postcode of 2304 has a total population of 14367 people, with a median age of 37 years. There are 6889 households in Sandgate, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 1591 per week per household.
About 54% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Sandgate is $1875/month. By installing solar power in Sandgate, the average household could save 7.1% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $60990 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 1.93% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Sandgate is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Sandgate
Kooragang is a suburb located in Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia. It is situated on the north bank of the Hunter River and is known for its industrial port, which is the largest in the region. The area is home to a number of large industrial facilities, including a coal export terminal, a bulk liquid storage facility, and a fertiliser plant. Despite its industrial focus, Kooragang is also home to a number of parks and reserves, including the Kooragang Wetlands, which provide a home for a variety of bird species.
Kooragang experiences a temperate climate, with warm summers and mild winters. The area receives an average of 2,700 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal location for solar power generation. Solar installers in Kooragang can take advantage of the town's sunny weather and optimal solar panel angle and orientation to produce high yields of solar energy. However, potential shading issues from nearby industrial facilities should be taken into account when designing solar installations in the area.
The benefits of solar power in Kooragang are numerous. In addition to reducing reliance on fossil fuels and decreasing carbon emissions, solar power can also provide significant cost savings for homes and businesses. With the town's ample sunshine hours and ideal solar conditions, solar power is a smart investment for those looking to reduce their energy costs and contribute to a more sustainable future.