Solar Power Profile - Hillier, SA 5116
More than 2676 homes in postcode 5116 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Hillier, Evanston, Evanston Gardens, Evanston Park and Evanston South.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 15,186 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 63,654 kWh per day, or 23,234 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 $4,065,899.25 per year.
Hillier and 5116 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 5,343.82 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 44,531,833 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 5116
54th
State Wide
458th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Hillier
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Hillier: Evanston Gardens C.f.s. - approx. 2.3 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Hillier, 5116
Hillier Demographics
Hillier and the postcode of 5116 has a total population of 10149 people, with a median age of 38 years. There are 4474 households in Hillier, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1301 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 Hillier is $1387/month. By installing solar power in Hillier, the average household could save 9.21% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $79150 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 2.27% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Hillier is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Hillier
EVANSTON SA 5116 is a charming town located in the northern suburbs of Adelaide, South Australia. This town is known for its peaceful and serene environment, making it an ideal place for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of the city. The town also boasts of several amenities such as schools, shops, and restaurants, making it a perfect place to raise a family.
One of the main attractions of EVANSTON SA 5116 is its proximity to the Barossa Valley, a famous wine region in Australia. The town is also close to several parks and reserves, including the Sandy Creek Conservation Park and the Para Wirra Conservation Park. These parks offer a range of outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, and picnicking.
The sunny weather in EVANSTON SA 5116 makes it an ideal place for installing solar panels. With an average of 6.5 hours of sunshine per day, the town has a high potential for solar energy production. Solar power is a clean and renewable source of energy that can help reduce carbon emissions and lower electricity bills. By installing solar panels, residents of EVANSTON SA 5116 can take advantage of the sunny weather to generate their own electricity and contribute to a more sustainable future.