Solar Power Profile - Blanchetown, SA 5357
More than 228 homes in postcode 5357 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Blanchetown, Mcbean Pound, Moorundie, New Well, Notts Well, Paisley and Wigley Flat.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 1,573 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 6,780 kWh per day, or 2,475 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,916.25 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $433,072.5 per year.
Blanchetown and 5357 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 569.25 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 4,743,750 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 5357
219th
State Wide
1751st
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Blanchetown
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Blanchetown: Blanchetown Lock 1 - approx. 755 m
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Community Solar Statistics - Blanchetown, 5357
Blanchetown Demographics
Blanchetown and the postcode of 5357 has a total population of 368 people, with a median age of 57 years. There are 509 households in Blanchetown, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2 with a median income of 890 per week per household.
About 25% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Blanchetown is $867/month. By installing solar power in Blanchetown, the average household could save 18.42% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $158278 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 4.14% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Blanchetown is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Blanchetown
Blanchetown is a small town located in South Australia, situated on the banks of the Murray River. The town is known for its beautiful scenery, with the river providing a picturesque backdrop for visitors. The town is also home to several historic buildings, including the Blanchetown Hotel and the Blanchetown Bridge. Visitors can enjoy fishing, boating, and other water activities on the river, as well as hiking and exploring the surrounding countryside.
Blanchetown enjoys a sunny and warm climate, with an average of 300 sunny days per year. This makes it an ideal location for solar power, with plenty of sunshine to generate electricity. Solar installers in Blanchetown can take advantage of the town's sunny weather to install solar panels at the optimal angle and orientation, ensuring maximum solar yields. Additionally, the town's relatively low levels of shading make it an ideal location for solar power.
The benefits of solar power in Blanchetown are numerous. Solar power is a clean and renewable source of energy, which can help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. Additionally, solar power can help to reduce energy bills for homeowners and businesses, providing a cost-effective alternative to traditional fossil fuels. With its sunny weather and ideal location, Blanchetown is a great place to install solar panels and take advantage of the many benefits of solar power.