Solar Power Profile - Erskine, SA 5422
More than 478 homes in postcode 5422 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Erskine, Cavenagh, Dawson, Hardy, Mannanarie, Minvalara, Oodla Wirra, Paratoo, Parnaroo, Peterborough, Sunnybrae, Ucolta, Waroonee and Yatina.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 2,377 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 10,813 kWh per day, or 3,947 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,469.125 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $690,680.375 per year.
Erskine and 5422 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 907.81 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 7,565,083 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 5422
191st
State Wide
1544th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Erskine
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Erskine: Kylmorn - approx. 5.7 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Erskine, 5422
Erskine Demographics
Erskine and the postcode of 5422 has a total population of 1370 people, with a median age of 54 years. There are 944 households in Erskine, with an average of 0.6 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 1.9 with a median income of 731 per week per household.
About 56% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Erskine is $585/month. By installing solar power in Erskine, the average household could save 20.93% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $179842 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 3.86% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Erskine is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Erskine
Located in the Mid North region of South Australia, CAVENAGH SA 5422 is a small town with a population of just over 100 people. Despite its size, the town boasts a number of attractive features and attractions, including the beautiful Mount Remarkable National Park, which is located just a short drive away. The park offers visitors the opportunity to explore stunning mountain ranges, including the Remarkable Range and the Mambray Creek Range, as well as a variety of hiking trails and camping sites.
When it comes to solar power, CAVENAGH SA 5422 is an excellent location for both residential and commercial installations. The town enjoys abundant sunshine throughout the year, with an average of around 8 hours of sunlight per day. This makes it an ideal location for solar panels, which can be installed at an optimal angle and orientation to maximise energy yields. Additionally, the town's relatively low levels of air pollution and minimal shading issues make it an excellent choice for solar power generation.
By harnessing the power of the sun, residents and businesses in CAVENAGH SA 5422 can enjoy a range of benefits, including reduced energy bills, increased energy independence, and a reduced carbon footprint. Solar installers in the area can help to design and install custom solar systems that are tailored to the specific needs and requirements of each individual property, ensuring maximum energy efficiency and cost savings.