Solar Power Profile - Hahndorf, SA 5245
More than 803 homes in postcode 5245 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Hahndorf, Paechtown and Verdun.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 5,760 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 23,047 kWh per day, or 8,412 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,852.375 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,472,127.125 per year.
Hahndorf and 5245 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 1,934.76 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 16,123,000 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 5245
138th
State Wide
1040th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Hahndorf
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Hahndorf: Hahndorf - approx. 249 m
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Community Solar Statistics - Hahndorf, 5245
Hahndorf Demographics
Hahndorf and the postcode of 5245 has a total population of 2897 people, with a median age of 51 years. There are 1245 households in Hahndorf, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 1788 per week per household.
About 75% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Hahndorf is $1978/month. By installing solar power in Hahndorf, the average household could save 7.8% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $67064 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 1.99% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Hahndorf is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Hahndorf
Located in the Adelaide Hills region of South Australia, Hahndorf is a charming town that offers a unique blend of German heritage and Australian country living. The town is known for its historic architecture, quaint shops, and delicious food and wine. Visitors can explore the town's many attractions, including the Hahndorf Academy, the Beerenberg Strawberry Farm, and the Hahndorf Farm Barn.
With an average of over 2,800 hours of sunshine per year, Hahndorf is an ideal location for solar power. The town's sunny weather and lack of shading issues make it an excellent choice for solar panel installation. Solar power can help residents and businesses in Hahndorf save money on their energy bills while reducing their carbon footprint.
By working with local solar installers, residents and businesses in Hahndorf can take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine to produce their own renewable energy. Solar power can help reduce reliance on the grid and provide a reliable source of electricity even during power outages. With its ideal location and sunny weather, Hahndorf is the perfect place to harness the power of the sun.