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Solar Power Profile - Clayton, SA 5256

More than 622 homes in postcode 5256 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Clayton, Clayton Bay, Milang, Nurragi, Point Sturt and Tolderol.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 2,966 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 11,937 kWh per day, or 4,357 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,213.625 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $762,475.875 per year.

Clayton and 5256 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 1,002.11 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 8,350,917 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 5256

175th

State Wide

1419th

Australia Wide

Solar Power in Clayton

* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Clayton: Mundoo Barrage - approx. 5.4 km

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Clayton

Electrical Pro

26 Day Street, 5253

Specialising in solar power solutions.

Efficient Solar & Battery

Tailem Bend, 5260

Efficient Solutions for a Sustainable Future

NG Elec

Morphett Vale, 5162

Leading the way in solar and battery storage solutions

Laser Electrical Goolwa

62 Gardiner Street, 5214

Powering your future with solar energy

Community Solar Statistics - Clayton, 5256

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Clayton Demographics

Clayton and the postcode of 5256 has a total population of 1372 people, with a median age of 56 years. There are 978 households in Clayton, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2 with a median income of 874 per week per household.

About 57% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Clayton is $1083/month. By installing solar power in Clayton, the average household could save 9.34% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $80250 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 2.67% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Clayton is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Clayton

Clayton SA 5256 is a small town located in the Adelaide Hills region of South Australia. The town is surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes, including the Mount Lofty Ranges and the Onkaparinga River National Park. Visitors can enjoy hiking, cycling, and picnicking in the area.

With an average of 7.5 hours of sunshine per day, Clayton SA 5256 is an ideal location for solar power. The optimal angle for solar panels in this region is between 25 and 35 degrees, facing north. However, shading can be an issue, so it's important to work with experienced solar installers who can assess the site and design a system that maximises solar yields.

Investing in solar power in Clayton SA 5256 can bring numerous benefits, including reduced energy bills, increased property value, and a reduced carbon footprint. By harnessing the power of the sun, residents and businesses can take control of their energy needs and contribute to a more sustainable future.

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