Solar Power Profile - Field, SA 5265
More than 96 homes in postcode 5265 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Field and Coonalpyn.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 645 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 2,644 kWh per day, or 965 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,788.5 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $168,885.5 per year.
Field and 5265 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 221.95 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 1,849,583 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 5265
271st
State Wide
2120th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Field
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Field: Naranga - approx. 11.5 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Field, 5265
Field Demographics
Field and the postcode of 5265 has a total population of 384 people, with a median age of 48 years. There are 226 households in Field, with an average of 0.6 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.1 with a median income of 1088 per week per household.
About 50% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Field is $467/month. By installing solar power in Field, the average household could save 31.91% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $274258 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 3.16% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Field is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Field
Coonalpyn is a small town located in South Australia, with a population of around 200 people. The town is situated approximately 150km southeast of Adelaide, making it an ideal location for those who want to live in a rural area but still be within driving distance of a major city. Coonalpyn is known for its beautiful natural scenery, including the nearby Ngarkat Conservation Park and the Coonalpyn Lakes.
When it comes to solar power, Coonalpyn is an excellent location due to its high levels of sunshine throughout the year. The town experiences an average of 7.5 hours of sunshine per day, which is ideal for producing solar energy. Additionally, the town is relatively flat, which means that there are few shading issues that could impact solar yields. Solar installers in Coonalpyn can also take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximise energy production.
Installing solar energy in Coonalpyn can bring many benefits to the town, including reducing energy costs for residents and businesses, reducing the town's carbon footprint, and promoting renewable energy. With the town's high levels of sunshine and optimal solar conditions, Coonalpyn has the potential to become a leader in solar energy production in South Australia.