Solar Power Profile - Alford, SA 5555
More than 184 homes in postcode 5555 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Alford, Dowlingville, Collinsfield, Dowling, Hope Gap, Kulpara, Lake View, Melton, Mundoora, Tickera and Winulta.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 784 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 3,418 kWh per day, or 1,248 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,213.625 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $218,324.75 per year.
Alford and 5555 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 287.04 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 2,392,000 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 5555
262nd
State Wide
2047th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Alford
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Alford: Alford No: 2 - approx. 9.1 km
Featured Solar Installers Servicing Alford
O'Dea Solar & Electrical
508 Goyder Highway, 5523LG Solar Power Specialist & Authorised Solar Partner.
Community Solar Statistics - Alford, 5555
Alford Demographics
Alford and the postcode of 5555 has a total population of 464 people, with a median age of 55 years. There are 285 households in Alford, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 1025 per week per household.
About 59% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Alford is $835/month. By installing solar power in Alford, the average household could save 12.11% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $104084 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 2.28% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Alford is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Alford
Alford is a small town located in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, with a population of just over 2,000 people. The town is situated on the banks of the River Don and is surrounded by stunning scenery, including the Cairngorms National Park and the Grampian Mountains. Visitors to Alford can enjoy a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, fishing, and skiing.
Alford enjoys a temperate maritime climate, with mild temperatures throughout the year. The town experiences an average of 1,300 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar panels can be installed on rooftops or in open fields, and solar installers can optimize the angle and orientation of the panels to maximize solar yields.
Solar power is an excellent choice for Alford, as it is a renewable energy source that can help reduce carbon emissions and lower energy bills. By installing solar panels, homeowners and businesses can generate their own electricity and reduce their reliance on the grid. Additionally, the Scottish government offers incentives for solar installations, making it an affordable option for many people in Alford.