Solar Power Profile - Sapphire, NSW 2360
More than 2719 homes in postcode 2360 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Sapphire, Oakwood, Auburn Vale, Brodies Plains, Bukkulla, Cherry Tree Hill, Copeton, Elsmore, Gilgai, Graman, Gum Flat, Howell, Inverell, Kings Plains, Little Plain, Long Plain, Mount Russell, Newstead, Nullamanna, Paradise, Rob Roy, Spring Mountain, Stanborough, Swanbrook, Wallangra, Wandera and Woodstock.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 17,007 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 75,338 kWh per day, or 27,498 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,788.5 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $4,812,214.75 per year.
Sapphire and 2360 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 20,073.54 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 167,279,500 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2360
108th
State Wide
390th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Sapphire
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Sapphire: Sapphire (argyle) - approx. 3.6 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Sapphire, 2360
Sapphire Demographics
Sapphire and the postcode of 2360 has a total population of 13263 people, with a median age of 42 years. There are 6133 households in Sapphire, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1212 per week per household.
About 60% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Sapphire is $1261/month. By installing solar power in Sapphire, the average household could save 11.82% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $101569 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 2.84% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Sapphire is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Sapphire
Auburn Vale is a small town located in the Northern Tablelands region of New South Wales, Australia. The town is situated approximately 30 kilometers north of the city of Inverell and is known for its stunning natural beauty and rich agricultural heritage. One of the town's most notable features is its proximity to several local mountain ranges, including the Mount Kaputar National Park and the Nandewar Range.
With its sunny climate and long daylight hours, Auburn Vale is an ideal location for solar power production. The town experiences an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it an excellent choice for homeowners and businesses looking to install solar panels. Additionally, the town's location in the Northern Tablelands region means that it benefits from cooler temperatures, which can increase the efficiency of solar panels.
By harnessing the power of the sun, residents of Auburn Vale can reduce their reliance on fossil fuels and lower their energy bills. Solar power is a clean, renewable energy source that can help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. With the help of local solar installers, homeowners and businesses in Auburn Vale can take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine and start producing their own clean energy today.