Solar Power Profile - Hampden, SA 5374
More than 428 homes in postcode 5374 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Hampden, Australia Plains, Bower, Brownlow, Buchanan, Eudunda, Frankton, Hansborough, Julia, Mount Mary, Neales Flat, Ngapala, Peep Hill, Point Pass and Sutherlands.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 2,837 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 12,162 kWh per day, or 4,439 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 $776,847.75 per year.
Hampden and 5374 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 1,020.97 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 8,508,083 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 5374
180th
State Wide
1441st
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Hampden
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Hampden: Eudunda - approx. 5.6 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Hampden, 5374
Hampden Demographics
Hampden and the postcode of 5374 has a total population of 1365 people, with a median age of 51 years. There are 759 households in Hampden, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 963 per week per household.
About 62% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Hampden is $936/month. By installing solar power in Hampden, the average household could save 15.92% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $136836 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 3.57% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Hampden is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Hampden
Australia Plains is a small town located in South Australia, with a population of around 200 people. The town is situated in the Mid North region of the state, approximately 160km north of Adelaide. Despite its small size, Australia Plains has a number of features and attractions that make it an interesting destination for visitors.
One of the main attractions of Australia Plains is the beautiful natural scenery that surrounds the town. The area is known for its rolling hills and picturesque landscapes, which make it a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts. In addition, the town is located near several local mountain ranges, including the Mount Lofty Ranges and the Flinders Ranges, which offer stunning views and a range of outdoor activities.
With its sunny climate and long hours of daylight, Australia Plains is an ideal location for solar power generation. The town receives an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, making it an excellent location for solar panel installation. In addition, the area is relatively free from shading issues, which means that solar yields are likely to be high. Local solar installers can provide advice on the optimal solar panel angle and orientation for maximum energy production.