Solar Power Profile - Hillcrest, SA 5086
More than 3811 homes in postcode 5086 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Hillcrest, Gilles Plains, Greenacres, Hampstead Gardens, Manningham and Oakden.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 20,967 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 86,388 kWh per day, or 31,532 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 $5,518,033.5 per year.
Hillcrest and 5086 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 7,252.36 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 60,436,333 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 5086
19th
State Wide
280th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Hillcrest
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Hillcrest: Greenacres - approx. 1.1 km
Featured Solar Installers Servicing Hillcrest
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132 Mooringe Avenue, 5037Leading solar power system installers in South Australia.
Community Solar Statistics - Hillcrest, 5086
Hillcrest Demographics
Hillcrest and the postcode of 5086 has a total population of 16791 people, with a median age of 36 years. There are 6995 households in Hillcrest, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.6 with a median income of 1574 per week per household.
About 58% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Hillcrest is $1625/month. By installing solar power in Hillcrest, the average household could save 7.53% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $64743 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 1.79% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Hillcrest is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Hillcrest
Gilles Plains is a suburb located in the northeastern part of Adelaide, South Australia. It is situated 10 km away from the city center and has a population of approximately 4,000 people. The suburb is known for its peaceful and friendly community, making it an ideal place to live for families and retirees. Gilles Plains is also home to several parks and reserves, including the beautiful Jubilee Park and Linear Park.
When it comes to solar power, Gilles Plains is an excellent location due to its high sunshine hours. The suburb receives an average of 2,800 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal place for solar panel installation. Solar panels should be installed facing north and at an angle of 30-35 degrees to maximize their efficiency. Gilles Plains also has minimal shading issues, which means that solar panels can generate more energy throughout the day.
There are several solar installers in Gilles Plains that can help residents and businesses install solar panels. By installing solar panels, residents can reduce their electricity bills and contribute to a cleaner environment. Solar power is a renewable energy source that helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions, which is essential for combating climate change. By choosing solar power, residents of Gilles Plains can help create a sustainable future for themselves and their community.