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Solar Power Profile - Castambul, SA 5076

More than 2093 homes in postcode 5076 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Castambul and Athelstone.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 11,544 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 46,188 kWh per day, or 16,859 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,405.25 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $2,950,258.5 per year.

Castambul and 5076 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 3,877.57 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 32,313,083 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 5076

84th

State Wide

628th

Australia Wide

Solar Power in Castambul

* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Castambul: Montacute - approx. 1.8 km

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Castambul

Rawsons Electrical

620 Cross Road, 5038

Rawsons Electrical celebrates 75 years of service.

Allstate Solar

16 Desmond Avenue, 5033

Your first choice for all things solar.

Makn Energy

Adelaide, 5000

Solar and battery solutions.

Bright Earth Solar

132 Mooringe Avenue, 5037

Leading solar power system installers in South Australia.

Community Solar Statistics - Castambul, 5076

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Castambul Demographics

Castambul and the postcode of 5076 has a total population of 9448 people, with a median age of 43 years. There are 3694 households in Castambul, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.7 with a median income of 1938 per week per household.

About 82% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Castambul is $1733/month. By installing solar power in Castambul, the average household could save 6.76% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $58069 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 1.39% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Castambul is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Castambul

ATHELSTONE SA 5076 is a charming suburb located in the foothills of Adelaide, South Australia. The suburb is known for its picturesque views of the Adelaide Hills and the River Torrens Linear Park. Athelstone is a family-friendly suburb with a range of facilities including parks, playgrounds, and sporting fields. The area is also home to a number of local shops, cafes, and restaurants, making it a great place to live.

With an average of 6.5 hours of sunshine per day, Athelstone is an ideal location for solar power. The suburb experiences a Mediterranean climate with hot summers and cool winters, making it perfect for solar energy production. The optimal solar panel angle in Athelstone is between 20 and 30 degrees, facing north. While shading can be an issue in some areas, a reputable solar installer can help you determine the best location for your solar panels.

Installing solar energy in Athelstone can provide a range of benefits. Not only can it help reduce your electricity bills, but it can also reduce your carbon footprint and contribute to a more sustainable future. By investing in solar power, you can take advantage of the abundant sunshine in Athelstone and help create a cleaner, greener community.

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