Solar Power Profile - Hilltown, SA 5455
More than 11 homes in postcode 5455 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Hilltown.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 49 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 210 kWh per day, or 77 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,213.625 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $13,413.75 per year.
Hilltown and 5455 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 17.71 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 147,583 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 5455
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Solar Power in Hilltown
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Hilltown: Hilltown - approx. 2.9 km
Featured Solar Installers Servicing Hilltown
O'Dea Solar & Electrical
508 Goyder Highway, 5523LG Solar Power Specialist & Authorised Solar Partner.
Community Solar Statistics - Hilltown, 5455
Hilltown Demographics
Hilltown and the postcode of 5455 has a total population of 42 people, with a median age of 38 years. There are 24 households in Hilltown, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1437 per week per household.
About 50% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Hilltown is $1300/month. By installing solar power in Hilltown, the average household could save 7.78% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $66854 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 1.62% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Hilltown is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Hilltown
HILLTOWN SA 5455 is a charming town located in the Mid North region of South Australia. The town is surrounded by beautiful mountain ranges such as the Mount Lofty Ranges and the Flinders Ranges, offering breathtaking views and numerous hiking trails for outdoor enthusiasts. Hilltown is also home to several historic sites, including the Hilltown Hotel, which has been serving locals and visitors since 1870.
With over 300 days of sunshine per year, Hilltown is an ideal location for solar power. The town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation, combined with minimal shading issues, make it a prime location for solar energy production. Solar installers in Hilltown can benefit from the town's high solar yields, which can significantly reduce energy costs for homeowners and businesses alike.
Renewable energy is becoming increasingly important, and Hilltown is leading the way in South Australia. With its abundant sunshine and favorable weather conditions, the town is an excellent example of how solar power can benefit both the environment and the economy. By investing in solar energy, Hilltown is not only reducing its carbon footprint but also creating jobs and boosting local businesses.