Solar Power Profile - The Vale, NSW 2715
More than 261 homes in postcode 2715 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of The Vale, Arumpo, Balranald, Hatfield, Kyalite, Mungo and Penarie.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 2,076 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 9,295 kWh per day, or 3,393 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $2,299.5 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $593,718.125 per year.
The Vale and 2715 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 2,476.89 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 20,640,750 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2715
479th
State Wide
1659th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in The Vale
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to The Vale: Pooncarie (top Hut) - approx. 26.9 km
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Community Solar Statistics - The Vale, 2715
The Vale Demographics
The Vale and the postcode of 2715 has a total population of 1163 people, with a median age of 46 years. There are 668 households in The Vale, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1253 per week per household.
About 49% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in The Vale is $936/month. By installing solar power in The Vale, the average household could save 20.47% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $175932 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 3.53% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in The Vale is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About The Vale
Arumpo is a small town located in the south-west of New South Wales, Australia. The town is situated in the Wentworth Shire and is known for its beautiful natural surroundings and rich cultural heritage. Arumpo is surrounded by the stunning Murray-Sunset National Park and the Mallee Cliffs National Park, making it a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Arumpo is blessed with an abundance of sunshine throughout the year, making it an ideal location for solar power production. The town enjoys an average of 7.5 hours of sunshine per day, which is perfect for generating solar energy. Solar installers in Arumpo can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields and minimize shading issues. With the increasing demand for renewable energy sources, solar power is becoming an attractive option for homeowners and businesses in Arumpo.
Installing solar panels in Arumpo can provide numerous benefits, including reducing electricity bills, increasing property values, and reducing carbon footprint. Solar power is a clean and renewable energy source that can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. By investing in solar energy, residents and businesses in Arumpo can contribute to a sustainable future and help create a cleaner environment for future generations.