Solar Power Profile - The Ponds, NSW 2769
More than 3334 homes in postcode 2769 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of The Ponds.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 22,834 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 88,097 kWh per day, or 32,155 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,660.75 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $5,627,195.875 per year.
The Ponds and 2769 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 23,473.15 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 195,609,583 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2769
80th
State Wide
258th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in The Ponds
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to The Ponds: Schofields Boundary Rd - approx. 1.7 km
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Community Solar Statistics - The Ponds, 2769
The Ponds Demographics
The Ponds and the postcode of 2769 has a total population of 15904 people, with a median age of 35 years. There are 4673 households in The Ponds, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 3.5 with a median income of 3285 per week per household.
About 72% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in The Ponds is $3000/month. By installing solar power in The Ponds, the average household could save 4.61% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $39643 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 0.97% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in The Ponds is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About The Ponds
The Ponds is a suburb located in the north-west of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. It is a relatively new suburb, with construction of homes starting in 2008. The Ponds is known for its beautiful parks, walking trails, and lakes, which provide a serene and peaceful environment for residents. The suburb is also home to a community centre, shopping centres, and a range of schools, making it an ideal place for families to live.
With an average of 250 sunny days per year, The Ponds has a great potential for solar power. Solar installers in the area can help residents take advantage of this by installing solar panels at the optimal angle and orientation to maximise solar yields. Shading issues can also be addressed to ensure that solar panels are not obstructed by trees or buildings. By investing in solar energy, residents of The Ponds can reduce their carbon footprint and save money on their energy bills.
Renewable energy is becoming increasingly important in Australia, and The Ponds is no exception. With its sunny climate and abundance of open space, The Ponds is an ideal location for the installation of solar panels. By harnessing the power of the sun, residents can reduce their reliance on non-renewable energy sources and contribute to a more sustainable future. Solar power is a clean and efficient source of energy, and by installing solar panels, residents of The Ponds can do their part to help protect the environment.