Solar Power Profile - Bridgewater, SA 5155
More than 840 homes in postcode 5155 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Bridgewater and Mount George.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 4,876 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 19,275 kWh per day, or 7,035 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,469.125 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,231,190.625 per year.
Bridgewater and 5155 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 1,618.05 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 13,483,750 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 5155
149th
State Wide
1139th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Bridgewater
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Bridgewater: Bridgewater - approx. 1.6 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Bridgewater, 5155
Bridgewater Demographics
Bridgewater and the postcode of 5155 has a total population of 3816 people, with a median age of 41 years. There are 1591 households in Bridgewater, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.6 with a median income of 2074 per week per household.
About 83% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Bridgewater is $1733/month. By installing solar power in Bridgewater, the average household could save 7.06% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $60708 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 1.36% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Bridgewater is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Bridgewater
BRIDGEWATER SA 5155 is a small town located in the Adelaide Hills region of South Australia. The town is known for its picturesque landscapes, rolling hills and lush greenery. The town is home to several local landmarks such as the Bridgewater Mill, which is a popular tourist attraction. The town also has several cafes, restaurants and boutique shops that offer visitors a unique shopping and dining experience.
BRIDGEWATER SA 5155 has a Mediterranean climate with hot summers and cool winters. The town receives an average of 7.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar installers in the area can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. The town also has minimal shading issues, which further increases the efficiency of solar panels.
Installing solar energy in BRIDGEWATER SA 5155 can provide several benefits. The town's abundant sunshine hours make it an ideal location for solar power, which can help reduce energy costs and carbon emissions. Solar power is a renewable energy source that can help reduce the town's dependence on non-renewable sources of energy. By installing solar panels, residents and businesses in BRIDGEWATER SA 5155 can contribute to a cleaner and more sustainable future.