Solar Power Profile - Caltowie, SA 5490
More than 50 homes in postcode 5490 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Caltowie, Caltowie North and Caltowie West.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 288 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 1,253 kWh per day, or 457 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,596.875 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $80,035.375 per year.
Caltowie and 5490 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 105.11 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 875,917 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 5490
304th
State Wide
2368th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Caltowie
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Caltowie: Caltowie - approx. 1.4 km
Featured Solar Installers Servicing Caltowie
O'Dea Solar & Electrical
508 Goyder Highway, 5523LG Solar Power Specialist & Authorised Solar Partner.
Community Solar Statistics - Caltowie, 5490
Caltowie Demographics
Caltowie and the postcode of 5490 has a total population of 146 people, with a median age of 44 years. There are 78 households in Caltowie, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.6 with a median income of 1305 per week per household.
About 60% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Caltowie is $520/month. By installing solar power in Caltowie, the average household could save 25.59% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $219915 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 2.35% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Caltowie is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Caltowie
CALTOWIE SA 5490 is a small town located in the Mid North region of South Australia. The town is surrounded by beautiful scenery, including the picturesque Mount Remarkable National Park and the Southern Flinders Ranges. The town is also known for its historic buildings, including the Caltowie Hotel, which was built in 1878.
With over 300 days of sunshine per year, CALTOWIE SA 5490 is an ideal location for solar power. The optimal angle for solar panels in the area is around 30 degrees, facing north. However, shading can be an issue, so it is important to have a professional solar installer assess your property to ensure optimal solar yields.
Installing solar energy in CALTOWIE SA 5490 can provide numerous benefits, including reduced energy bills, increased property value, and a reduced carbon footprint. With the help of a reputable solar installer, homeowners and businesses in CALTOWIE can take advantage of the abundant sunshine and make the switch to renewable energy.