Solar Power Profile - Dry Creek, SA 5094
More than 385 homes in postcode 5094 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Dry Creek, Cavan and Gepps Cross.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 8,036 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 33,494 kWh per day, or 12,225 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $5,557.125 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $2,139,429.25 per year.
Dry Creek and 5094 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 2,811.75 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 23,431,250 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 5094
124th
State Wide
855th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Dry Creek
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Dry Creek: Dry Creek Saltworks - approx. 1.2 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Dry Creek, 5094
Dry Creek Demographics
Dry Creek and the postcode of 5094 has a total population of 869 people, with a median age of 38 years. There are 362 households in Dry Creek, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.6 with a median income of 1320 per week per household.
About 65% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Dry Creek is $1348/month. By installing solar power in Dry Creek, the average household could save 34.35% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $295221 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 8.1% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Dry Creek is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Dry Creek
CAVAN SA 5094 is a small town located in South Australia. It is situated approximately 25 km north of Adelaide and is known for its beautiful parks and gardens. One of the main attractions in CAVAN is the Dry Creek Linear Park, which is a great place for hiking, biking, and picnicking. The town also has several local shops and restaurants, making it a great place to visit for a day trip.
CAVAN SA 5094 has a Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters. The town receives an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. The optimal angle for solar panels in CAVAN is around 30-35 degrees, facing north. There are some potential shading issues to consider, but overall, the town has great potential for solar yields.
Installing solar energy in CAVAN SA 5094 can provide many benefits. Solar power is a renewable energy source that can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and lower energy bills. By installing solar panels, homeowners and businesses can also take advantage of government incentives and rebates. There are several solar installers in the area that can help residents and businesses make the switch to solar power.