Solar Power Profile - Hilton, SA 5033
More than 1421 homes in postcode 5033 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Hilton, Marleston Dc, Cowandilla, Hilton Plaza, Marleston, Richmond and West Richmond.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 10,084 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 41,546 kWh per day, or 15,164 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 $2,653,750.75 per year.
Hilton and 5033 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 3,487.72 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 29,064,333 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 5033
96th
State Wide
711st
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Hilton
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Hilton: Adelaide (west Terrace / Ngayirdapira) - approx. 1.3 km
Featured Solar Installers Servicing Hilton
Bright Earth Solar
132 Mooringe Avenue, 5037Leading solar power system installers in South Australia.
Community Solar Statistics - Hilton, 5033
Hilton Demographics
Hilton and the postcode of 5033 has a total population of 8294 people, with a median age of 37 years. There are 3955 households in Hilton, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1418 per week per household.
About 51% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Hilton is $1647/month. By installing solar power in Hilton, the average household could save 9.37% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $80542 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 2.51% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Hilton is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Hilton
Cowandilla is a small suburb located in the western region of Adelaide, South Australia. It is situated just 5 kilometers southwest of Adelaide's central business district and is bordered by the suburbs of Hilton, Glandore, and Brooklyn Park. The suburb is known for its quiet residential streets, local parks, and community facilities. Some of the notable attractions in Cowandilla include the Cowandilla Primary School, the Cowandilla Children's Centre, and the Cowandilla Sports and Social Club.
When it comes to solar power, Cowandilla is an excellent location for solar panel installation. The suburb enjoys plenty of sunshine throughout the year, with an average of 7 hours of sunlight per day. Solar panels installed in Cowandilla can produce high yields of electricity, especially when installed at the optimal angle and orientation. However, shading can be an issue in some areas of the suburb, so it's important to work with experienced solar installers who can assess the potential shading issues and design a solar system that maximizes energy production.
Overall, Cowandilla is a great location for homeowners and businesses looking to install solar panels. With its abundant sunshine, favorable weather conditions, and experienced solar installers, Cowandilla is a prime location for solar energy production and a sustainable future.