Solar Power Profile - Swan Bay, NSW 2324
More than 5227 homes in postcode 2324 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Swan Bay, Motto Farm, Wallaroo, Balickera, Brandy Hill, Bundabah, Carrington, Cells River, Eagleton, East Seaham, Hawks Nest, Heatherbrae, Karuah, Kings Hill, Limeburners Creek, Millers Forest, Nelsons Plains, North Arm Cove, Osterley, Pindimar, Raymond Terrace, Raymond Terrace East, Seaham, Tahlee, Tea Gardens and Twelve Mile Creek.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 29,480 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 115,847 kWh per day, or 42,284 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,405.25 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $7,399,727.125 per year.
Swan Bay and 2324 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 30,867.32 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 257,227,667 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2324
50th
State Wide
169th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Swan Bay
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Swan Bay: Wallaroo State Forest - approx. 7.1 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Swan Bay, 2324
Swan Bay Demographics
Swan Bay and the postcode of 2324 has a total population of 23533 people, with a median age of 47 years. There are 11534 households in Swan Bay, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1254 per week per household.
About 57% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Swan Bay is $1560/month. By installing solar power in Swan Bay, the average household could save 7.51% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $64508 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 2.16% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Swan Bay is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Swan Bay
Balickera is a small town located in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, Australia. It is situated on the eastern shore of the Hunter River and is surrounded by beautiful natural scenery. One of the most notable features of Balickera is the abundance of sunshine it receives throughout the year, making it an ideal location for solar power.
Despite being a small town, Balickera has a number of attractions that draw visitors from all over the region. One of the most popular is the Tilligerry Habitat Nature Reserve, which is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. Other attractions include the Tilligerry Arts Group Gallery and the Tanilba Bay Golf Course.
Given its high levels of sunshine, Balickera is an excellent location for solar power. Solar panels can be installed on rooftops or on the ground, and the optimal angle and orientation can be determined based on the specific location. Solar installers in the area can provide expert advice on the best system for each individual property. With the increasing demand for renewable energy, investing in solar power in Balickera can not only save money on energy bills but also contribute to a more sustainable future.