Solar Power Profile - Gleeson Hill, SA 5520
More than 184 homes in postcode 5520 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Gleeson Hill, Barunga Gap, Bumbunga, Burnsfield, Snowtown and Wokurna.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 1,003 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 4,348 kWh per day, or 1,587 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,533 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $277,728.5 per year.
Gleeson Hill and 5520 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 365.01 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 3,041,750 km worth of car emissions.
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Gleeson Hill: Snowtown - approx. 5.5 km
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Gleeson Hill Demographics
Gleeson Hill and the postcode of 5520 has a total population of 483 people, with a median age of 52 years. There are 299 households in Gleeson Hill, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.1 with a median income of 862 per week per household.
About 59% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Gleeson Hill is $630/month. By installing solar power in Gleeson Hill, the average household could save 20.28% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $174257 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 3.42% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Gleeson Hill is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Gleeson Hill
Barunga Gap is a small town located in the Mid North region of South Australia. It is situated approximately 200 km north of Adelaide and is surrounded by stunning natural beauty, including the Southern Flinders Ranges and Mount Remarkable National Park. The town itself is known for its peaceful and relaxed atmosphere, making it an ideal destination for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.
With an average of over 300 sunny days per year, Barunga Gap is an excellent location for solar power production. The town's location and climate make it an ideal spot for solar panel installation, with optimal angles and orientations for maximum solar yield. Additionally, the lack of shading issues in the area makes it an even more attractive location for those looking to install solar panels.
By harnessing the power of the sun, residents of Barunga Gap can significantly reduce their reliance on non-renewable energy sources. Solar power is not only environmentally friendly but can also save homeowners money on their energy bills. With the help of local solar installers, residents can easily make the switch to solar power and start reaping the benefits of renewable energy.