Solar Power Profile - Knuckey Lagoon, NT 0828
More than 396 homes in postcode 0828 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Knuckey Lagoon and Berrimah.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 5,272 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 26,617 kWh per day, or 9,715 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $4,279.625 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,700,160.875 per year.
Knuckey Lagoon and 0828 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 6,800.5 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 56,670,833 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 0828
10th
State Wide
1095th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Knuckey Lagoon
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Knuckey Lagoon: Berrimah Research Farm - approx. 2.2 km
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Knuckey Lagoon Demographics
Knuckey Lagoon and the postcode of 0828 has a total population of 1294 people, with a median age of 33 years. There are 474 households in Knuckey Lagoon, with an average of 1.1 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.9 with a median income of 2250 per week per household.
About 50% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Knuckey Lagoon is $2600/month. By installing solar power in Knuckey Lagoon, the average household could save 13.72% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $117875 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 3.66% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Knuckey Lagoon is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Knuckey Lagoon
BERRIMAH NT 0828 is a town located in the Northern Territory of Australia. It is situated just 15 minutes south of Darwin and is known for its industrial estate, which is home to numerous businesses and warehouses. The town is also surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes, including the Litchfield National Park and the Mary River National Park. Visitors can enjoy hiking, swimming, and exploring the area's unique flora and fauna.
With over 300 days of sunshine per year, BERRIMAH is an ideal location for solar power. The optimal angle for solar panels in this area is between 10 and 20 degrees, with a north-facing orientation. While shading can be an issue in some areas, a qualified solar installer can help design a system that maximizes solar yields.
By installing solar energy in BERRIMAH, residents and businesses can take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine to generate their own renewable energy. This can help reduce electricity bills and decrease reliance on fossil fuels. Additionally, the Australian government offers various incentives for installing solar power, including rebates and feed-in tariffs. Overall, BERRIMAH is a great location for solar power, and residents and businesses should consider investing in this sustainable energy source.