Solar Power Profile - Stonehenge, NSW 2370
More than 1355 homes in postcode 2370 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Stonehenge, Bald Nob, Diehard, Dundee, Furracabad, Gibraltar Range, Glen Elgin, Glen Innes, Kingsgate, Kingsland, Kookabookra, Lambs Valley, Matheson, Moggs Swamp, Moogem, Morven, Newton Boyd, Pinkett, Rangers Valley, Red Range, Reddestone, Shannon Vale, Spring Mountain, Swan Vale, Wellingrove and Yarrowford.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 8,382 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 36,330 kWh per day, or 13,260 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,724.625 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $2,320,578.75 per year.
Stonehenge and 2370 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 9,679.8 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 80,665,000 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2370
238th
State Wide
839th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Stonehenge
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Stonehenge: Glen Innes Post Office - approx. 8.4 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Stonehenge, 2370
Stonehenge Demographics
Stonehenge and the postcode of 2370 has a total population of 6776 people, with a median age of 48 years. There are 3562 households in Stonehenge, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 955 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 Stonehenge is $1083/month. By installing solar power in Stonehenge, the average household could save 13.27% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $114039 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 3.47% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Stonehenge is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Stonehenge
Bald Nob is a small town located in the Northern Tablelands region of New South Wales, Australia. It is situated in the heart of the picturesque countryside, surrounded by rolling hills and stunning natural landscapes. The town is known for its peaceful and laid-back atmosphere, making it a popular destination for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.
One of the main attractions of Bald Nob is its abundance of sunshine hours. The town enjoys an average of 6.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power production. With the help of experienced solar installers, residents and businesses in Bald Nob can take advantage of this abundant natural resource to generate their own renewable energy and reduce their reliance on traditional power sources.
By installing solar panels at the optimal angle and orientation, residents and businesses in Bald Nob can maximise their solar yields and take advantage of the town's sunny climate. With the added benefit of minimal shading issues, Bald Nob is an excellent location for solar power production. By harnessing the power of the sun, the town can reduce its carbon footprint and contribute to a more sustainable future.