Solar Power Profile - Seahampton, NSW 2286
More than 729 homes in postcode 2286 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Seahampton, Holmesville and West Wallsend.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 4,419 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 17,470 kWh per day, or 6,377 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,533 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,115,896.25 per year.
Seahampton and 2286 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 4,655.21 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 38,793,417 km worth of car emissions.
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Solar Power in Seahampton
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Seahampton: Barnsley (bendigo Street) - approx. 5.4 km
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Seahampton Demographics
Seahampton and the postcode of 2286 has a total population of 4482 people, with a median age of 37 years. There are 1760 households in Seahampton, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.7 with a median income of 1695 per week per household.
About 75% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Seahampton is $1800/month. By installing solar power in Seahampton, 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 1.74% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Seahampton is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Seahampton
Holmesville is a small suburb located in the City of Lake Macquarie, New South Wales, Australia. The town is situated approximately 20 km west of Newcastle and 150 km north of Sydney. It is a peaceful and serene place with a population of around 1,500 people. Holmesville is known for its beautiful natural surroundings and is home to a number of parks and reserves including the Holmesville Hotel, the Holmesville Hotel Motel and the Holmesville Hotel Restaurant.
With an average of 6.5 hours of sunshine per day, Holmesville is an ideal location for solar power. The town receives plenty of sunlight throughout the year, making it a great place to install solar panels. The optimal angle for solar panels in Holmesville is between 20 and 30 degrees, facing north. However, potential shading issues should be taken into account when installing solar panels. A qualified solar installer can help determine the best placement for panels to ensure maximum solar yields.
By installing solar power in Holmesville, residents can take advantage of the many benefits of renewable energy. Solar power is a clean and sustainable source of energy that can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. Additionally, solar power can help homeowners save money on their electricity bills and increase the value of their property. With the help of a qualified solar installer, residents of Holmesville can easily make the switch to solar power and start enjoying the benefits of renewable energy.