Solar Power Profile - Darwin River, NT 0841
More than 91 homes in postcode 0841 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Darwin River.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 999 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 5,068 kWh per day, or 1,850 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $3,577 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $323,718.5 per year.
Darwin River and 0841 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 1,295 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 10,791,667 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 0841
21st
State Wide
1938th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Darwin River
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Darwin River: Darwin River Dam - approx. 901 m
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Community Solar Statistics - Darwin River, 0841
Darwin River Demographics
Darwin River and the postcode of 0841 has a total population of 529 people, with a median age of 47 years. There are 257 households in Darwin River, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1550 per week per household.
About 71% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Darwin River is $1900/month. By installing solar power in Darwin River, the average household could save 15.69% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $134820 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 4.44% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Darwin River is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Darwin River
Darwin River is a small town located in the Northern Territory of Australia. It is situated approximately 50 kilometres south of Darwin and is known for its beautiful natural surroundings. The town is surrounded by lush greenery, including the Litchfield National Park and the Berry Springs Nature Park, making it a popular destination for tourists and nature enthusiasts.
With an average of 8.5 hours of sunshine per day, Darwin River is an ideal location for solar power production. The optimal angle for solar panels in the area is around 20-25 degrees, and the best orientation is north-facing. While there may be some shading issues due to the surrounding trees, this can be mitigated by careful placement of the solar panels.
By installing solar energy systems in Darwin River, residents and businesses can take advantage of the abundant sunshine to generate their own electricity and reduce their reliance on the grid. This not only helps to reduce carbon emissions and combat climate change, but it can also lead to significant cost savings on energy bills. There are a number of solar installers operating in the area who can provide expert advice and assistance with the installation of solar panels and other renewable energy systems.