Solar Power Profile - Coorong, SA 5264
More than 377 homes in postcode 5264 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Coorong, Meningie, Meningie East, Meningie West, Policeman Point, Salt Creek and Waltowa.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 2,422 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 9,920 kWh per day, or 3,621 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 $633,640 per year.
Coorong and 5264 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 832.83 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 6,940,250 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 5264
189th
State Wide
1533rd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Coorong
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Coorong: Naranga - approx. 10.9 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Coorong, 5264
Coorong Demographics
Coorong and the postcode of 5264 has a total population of 1092 people, with a median age of 54 years. There are 747 households in Coorong, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.1 with a median income of 1039 per week per household.
About 48% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Coorong is $1042/month. By installing solar power in Coorong, the average household could save 13.28% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $114136 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 3.07% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Coorong is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Coorong
Coorong SA 5264 is a small town located in South Australia, approximately 150 km southeast of Adelaide. The town is situated on the Coorong lagoon, which is a long, shallow, saline lake that is separated from the Southern Ocean by sand dunes. The Coorong lagoon is a popular spot for birdwatching, fishing, and boating, and the town is also known for its beautiful beaches.
Coorong enjoys a Mediterranean climate with hot summers and cool winters. The town receives an average of 8.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar installers in Coorong can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. However, potential shading issues should be considered when installing solar panels in the area.
Installing solar energy in Coorong can provide numerous benefits, including reducing energy bills, decreasing carbon emissions, and increasing energy independence. As a town located in a sunny region, Coorong has great potential for renewable energy, and installing solar panels can help to promote sustainability and environmental responsibility. Solar power is a great investment for homeowners and businesses in Coorong, and can provide significant long-term savings.