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Solar Power Profile - Custon, SA 5269

More than 54 homes in postcode 5269 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Custon, Custon, Pine Hill and Wolseley.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 397 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 1,586 kWh per day, or 579 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,852.375 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $101,305.75 per year.

Custon and 5269 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 133.17 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 1,109,750 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 5269

293rd

State Wide

2297th

Australia Wide

Solar Power in Custon

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Average kW per solar installation

Postcode 5269

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Number of Home Solar Systems Installed

Postcode 5269

Daily Avg Sunshine in Custon
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Custon: Honiton - approx. 10.7 km

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Community Solar Statistics - Custon, 5269

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Homes With Solar

53

Homes With Solar

This calculation is based on the Clean Energy Regulator number of small-scale technology certificates (STCs) claimed for solar installations less than 100kW in size in the 5269 postcode. The number of certificates claimed is directly related to the number of solar power systems commissioned, as lodged by the solar installation business.

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Avg Solar Savings

$1,748/year

Avg Solar Savings

This calculation assumes a Beauru of Meteorology annual mean global daily irradiation for Custon based on the average solar system size for 5269, modelled with a 50% of solar production that is fed directly into the grid at 10c/kWh, and the remaining 50% of the solar energy produced being consumed within the home at an energy bill reduction of 25c/kWh.

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Est Retail Value of Power Generated

$144,618/year

Est Retail Value of Power Generated

This calculation assumes a Beauru of Meteorology mean global daily irradiation for Custon, using the total number of kW installed according to the Clean Energy Regulator, valued at 25c/kWh.

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Solar Panels Installed

391 kW

Solar Panels Installed

This calculation is based on for the number of kilowatts installed in postcode 5269 according to the Clean Energy Regulator.

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Avg Daily Solar Generation

1,481 kWh

Avg Daily Solar Generation

This calculation is based on the total number of kilowatts installed for this location sourced from the Clean Energy Regulator multiplied by the annual mean global daily irradiation for the Beauru of Meteorology weather station nearest to Custon. The amount of solar power generated each day is therefore the total amount of solar power generated per one day based on an average day of sunlight.

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Yearly Solar Generation

571 MWh

Yearly Solar Generation

This calculation is based on the total number of kilowatts installed for this location sourced from the Clean Energy Regulator multiplied by the mean global daily irradiation for the Beauru of Meteorology weather station nearest to Custon. The amount of solar power generated each year is therefore the total amount solar power panel generated for 12 months based on an average day of sunlight.

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Local Jobs Created

2

Local Jobs Created

This calculation is based on Beyond Zero Emissions economic modelling showing that 5.8 jobs are directly created per megawatt of rooftop solar installed. The amount of jobs created from rooftop solar in postcode 5269 takes the number of "Solar Panels Installed" calculation multiplied by 5.8 jobs/MW ratio to indicate the employment created.

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Community Energy Savings

$101,201/year

Community Energy Savings

This is based on the "Average Solar Savings" calculation multiplied by the total number of Homes with Solar calculation for postcode 5269. The total amount of money saved by residential solar power for this area indicates how much this location saves in total dollars each year from the total amount of solar power generation.

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Local Business Generated

$1,189,395

Local Business Generated

To figure out the economic value generated for solar installation businesses servicing postcode 5269, we take the Solar Panels Installed calculation and multiply it by an average assumed price of $3 per watt, which we adjusted for historical price changes. This then gives us an idea of the revenue generated by solar installation businesses supplying and installing solar power in the area.

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Annual CO2 Reduction

131 tonnes

Annual CO2 Reduction

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 5269 using the "Yearly Solar Generation" calculation multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in SA. So this shows us the amount of carbon dioxide pollution equivalent that would be generated by coal-fired power stations for the same amount of kilowatts that are instead saved by clean and green rooftop solar power.

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Yearly Carbon Sequestration

1,760 trees

Yearly Carbon Sequestration

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 5269 using the "Yearly Solar Generation" calculation multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in SA, then coverted to the number of trees that would be required to capture and sequester that amount of carbon dioxide pollution. (14 trees per tonne of CO2) So this number gives us a different way of understanding the environmental benefits of solar by giving us an equivalent number of mature trees capturing and sequestering carbon dioxide pollution into the soil that is equal to the amount of CO2 otherwise saved because of rooftop solar power in this area.

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Yearly Car Emissions

1,109,645 km driven

Yearly Car Emissions

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 5269 using the "Yearly Solar Generation" calculation multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in SA, then coverted to the number of kilometres driven by an average car. (120g of CO2 per km driven) So this number gives us a different way of understanding the environmental benefits of solar by giving us an equivalent number of kilometres driven worth of car emissions that is equal to the amount of CO2 otherwise saved because of rooftop solar power in this area.

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Custon Demographics

Custon and the postcode of 5269 has a total population of 248 people, with a median age of 38 years. There are 110 households in Custon, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.7 with a median income of 1449 per week per household.

About 63% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Custon is $672/month. By installing solar power in Custon, the average household could save 22.97% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $197400 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 2.46% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Custon is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Custon

CUSTON SA 5269 is a small town located in the state of South Australia, Australia. The town is known for its peaceful and serene environment, making it an ideal place to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city. The town is surrounded by beautiful mountain ranges, including the Mount Lofty Ranges, which offer breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.

CUSTON SA 5269 enjoys a Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters. The town receives plenty of sunshine throughout the year, making it an ideal location for solar power. With optimal solar panel angle and orientation, potential shading issues can be minimized, and solar yields can be maximized.

Installing solar energy systems in CUSTON SA 5269 can help reduce your carbon footprint and save on energy costs. By harnessing the power of the sun, you can generate clean and renewable energy for your home or business. There are many reputable solar installers in the area who can help you design and install a solar energy system that meets your specific needs and budget.

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