Solar Power Profile - Forster, SA 5238
More than 1856 homes in postcode 5238 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Forster, Angas Valley, Big Bend, Bolto, Bonython, Bowhill, Caurnamont, Claypans, Coolcha, Cowirra, Five Miles, Frahns, Frayville, Julanka Holdings, Lake Carlet, Mannum, Nildottie, Old Teal Flat, Pellaring Flat, Pompoota, Ponde, Port Mannum, Punthari, Purnong, Purnong Landing, Rocky Point, Teal Flat, Walker Flat, Wall, Wongulla, Woodlane, Younghusband and Younghusband Holdings.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 10,136 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 42,485 kWh per day, or 15,507 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 $2,713,729.375 per year.
Forster and 5238 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 3,566.61 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 29,721,750 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 5238
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Solar Power in Forster
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Forster: The Fords - approx. 3.9 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Forster, 5238
Forster Demographics
Forster and the postcode of 5238 has a total population of 3938 people, with a median age of 57 years. There are 3221 households in Forster, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2 with a median income of 838 per week per household.
About 45% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Forster is $1083/month. By installing solar power in Forster, the average household could save 11.3% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $97144 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 3.37% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Forster is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Forster
Angas Valley is a charming town located in South Australia, postcode 5238. The town is situated in a picturesque valley surrounded by stunning mountain ranges, including the Mount Lofty Ranges and the Adelaide Hills. The town is known for its beautiful natural scenery, making it a popular destination for tourists and nature enthusiasts alike.
With an average of 300 sunny days per year, Angas Valley is an ideal location for solar power production. The town's sunny climate and clear skies make it an excellent place to install solar panels, with optimal panel angles and orientations that can maximize solar yields. Solar installers in Angas Valley can help residents and businesses take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine and switch to renewable energy sources, reducing their carbon footprint and saving money on electricity bills.
By harnessing the power of the sun, Angas Valley can become a leader in sustainable energy production. With solar power, the town can reduce its dependence on non-renewable energy sources and contribute to a cleaner, greener future. Solar energy is a reliable and cost-effective solution that can benefit both the environment and the local economy. By investing in solar power, Angas Valley can create new jobs, attract new businesses, and promote a more sustainable way of life.