Solar Power Profile - Calca, SA 5671
More than 53 homes in postcode 5671 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Calca, Baird Bay, Colley, Mortana, Mount Cooper, Port Kenny, Tyringa and Witera.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 310 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 1,375 kWh per day, or 502 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,660.75 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $87,828.125 per year.
Calca and 5671 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 115.46 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 962,167 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 5671
299th
State Wide
2352nd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Calca
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Calca: Streaky Bay - approx. 25.9 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Calca, 5671
Calca Demographics
Calca and the postcode of 5671 has a total population of 152 people, with a median age of 44 years. There are 135 households in Calca, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 774 per week per household.
About 37% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Calca is $823/month. By installing solar power in Calca, the average household could save 16.82% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $144508 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 4.13% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Calca is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Calca
Located on the west coast of South Australia, Baird Bay is a small town with a population of around 50 people. Despite its size, the town is known for its beautiful beaches and stunning natural scenery. Visitors can enjoy swimming with sea lions and dolphins, as well as fishing and boating in the bay. Baird Bay is also home to a variety of bird species, making it a popular destination for birdwatchers.
With an average of over 300 sunny days per year, Baird Bay is an ideal location for solar power. The town's latitude and longitude make it an excellent spot for solar panel installation, with an optimal angle of around 30 degrees and a north-facing orientation. Despite potential shading issues from nearby trees or buildings, solar yields in Baird Bay are generally high due to the town's clear skies and low levels of air pollution.
Installing solar panels in Baird Bay can provide numerous benefits, including reducing electricity bills and decreasing reliance on non-renewable energy sources. Solar power is also a sustainable and environmentally-friendly option, helping to reduce carbon emissions and combat climate change. Local solar installers can help residents and businesses in Baird Bay take advantage of these benefits and make the switch to solar energy.