Solar Power Profile - South Hurstville, NSW 2221
More than 1490 homes in postcode 2221 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of South Hurstville, Blakehurst, Carss Park, Connells Point and Kyle Bay.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 11,959 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 46,995 kWh per day, or 17,153 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $2,044 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $3,001,805.625 per year.
South Hurstville and 2221 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 12,521.69 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 104,347,417 km worth of car emissions.
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to South Hurstville: Oatley (woronora Parade) - approx. 2.5 km
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South Hurstville Demographics
South Hurstville and the postcode of 2221 has a total population of 16257 people, with a median age of 42 years. There are 5837 households in South Hurstville, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 3 with a median income of 2261 per week per household.
About 74% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in South Hurstville is $3000/month. By installing solar power in South Hurstville, the average household could save 5.68% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $48792 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 South Hurstville is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About South Hurstville
Blakehurst is a suburb located in the southern part of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. It is situated on the southern bank of the Georges River and is known for its stunning water views, beautiful parks, and excellent recreational facilities. The suburb has a population of over 6,000 people and is surrounded by other popular suburbs such as Hurstville, South Hurstville, and Kyle Bay.
Blakehurst has a warm and temperate climate, with an average temperature of 20°C. The suburb enjoys an average of 7 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power installation. With the right solar panel angle and orientation, homeowners and businesses in Blakehurst can benefit from high solar yields and significant savings on their energy bills.
Installing solar power in Blakehurst is an excellent way to reduce your carbon footprint and contribute to a cleaner environment. Solar power is a renewable energy source that produces no greenhouse gases or other harmful pollutants. By installing solar panels, you can reduce your reliance on fossil fuels and help to combat climate change. If you're looking for reliable solar installers in Blakehurst, there are several reputable companies that can help you design and install a solar power system that meets your needs and budget.