Solar Power Profile - Cockaleechie, SA 5631
More than 306 homes in postcode 5631 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Cockaleechie and Cummins.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 1,945 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 8,014 kWh per day, or 2,925 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 $511,894.25 per year.
Cockaleechie and 5631 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 672.75 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 5,606,250 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 5631
204th
State Wide
1645th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Cockaleechie
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Cockaleechie: Meetigilly - approx. 10.4 km
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Cockaleechie Demographics
Cockaleechie and the postcode of 5631 has a total population of 985 people, with a median age of 41 years. There are 458 households in Cockaleechie, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 1587 per week per household.
About 62% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Cockaleechie is $1083/month. By installing solar power in Cockaleechie, the average household could save 12.78% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $109815 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 2.01% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Cockaleechie is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Cockaleechie
COCKALEECHIE SA 5631 is a small town located in South Australia. It is situated in the Yorke Peninsula region and is known for its beautiful beaches, rugged coastline, and stunning sunsets. The town has a population of just over 100 people and is a popular holiday destination for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of the city.
With an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, COCKALEECHIE SA 5631 is an ideal location for producing solar power. The optimal orientation for solar panels in this area is facing north, with an angle of around 30 degrees. While shading can be an issue in some areas, a reputable solar installer can help you design a system that maximises your solar yield.
Investing in solar power in COCKALEECHIE SA 5631 has numerous benefits. Not only will it reduce your reliance on fossil fuels and lower your carbon footprint, it can also save you money on your electricity bills in the long run. Plus, with government incentives and rebates available for solar installations, it's a smart financial decision as well as an environmentally friendly one.