Solar Power Profile - Bollards Lagoon, SA 5731
More than 60 homes in postcode 5731 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Bollards Lagoon, Farina Station, Coopers Creek, Cordillo Downs, Durham Downs, Farina, Gidgealpa, Innamincka, Leigh Creek, Leigh Creek Station, Lindon, Lyndhurst, Merty Merty, Moolawatana, Mount Freeling, Mount Lyndhurst, Mulgaria, Murnpeowie, Myrtle Springs, Strzelecki Desert and Witchelina.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 2,238 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 11,139 kWh per day, or 4,066 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $11,880.75 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $711,503.625 per year.
Bollards Lagoon and 5731 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 935.18 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 7,793,167 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 5731
197th
State Wide
1568th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Bollards Lagoon
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Bollards Lagoon: Cameron Corner - approx. 30.1 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Bollards Lagoon, 5731
Bollards Lagoon Demographics
Bollards Lagoon and the postcode of 5731 has a total population of 121 people, with a median age of 39 years. There are 144 households in Bollards Lagoon, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.1 with a median income of 1541 per week per household.
About 3% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Bollards Lagoon is $1600/month. By installing solar power in Bollards Lagoon, the average household could save 61.88% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $531755 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 14.83% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Bollards Lagoon is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Bollards Lagoon
BOLLARDS LAGOON SA 5731 is a small town located in the Mid North region of South Australia. The town is known for its picturesque landscapes and natural beauty, making it a popular destination for tourists and nature enthusiasts. The town is surrounded by several mountain ranges, including the Mount Remarkable Range and the Flinders Ranges, which provide stunning views and hiking opportunities.
With over 300 sunny days per year, BOLLARDS LAGOON SA 5731 is an ideal location for solar power. The town receives an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, making it one of the sunniest places in Australia. The optimal angle for solar panels in BOLLARDS LAGOON SA 5731 is between 25 and 35 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.
Installing solar energy in BOLLARDS LAGOON SA 5731 provides numerous benefits, including reducing energy bills, decreasing carbon emissions, and increasing energy independence. With the abundance of sunshine and the right solar system, residents and businesses in BOLLARDS LAGOON SA 5731 can harness the power of the sun to generate clean, renewable energy. Solar power is a smart investment that can provide long-term savings and environmental benefits for the community.