Solar Power Profile - Hope Valley, SA 5090
More than 1868 homes in postcode 5090 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Hope Valley.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 8,541 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 34,781 kWh per day, or 12,695 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 $2,221,636.375 per year.
Hope Valley and 5090 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 2,919.85 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 24,332,083 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 5090
115th
State Wide
828th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Hope Valley
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Hope Valley: Hope Valley Reservoir - approx. 1.7 km
Featured Solar Installers Servicing Hope Valley
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Community Solar Statistics - Hope Valley, 5090
Hope Valley Demographics
Hope Valley and the postcode of 5090 has a total population of 7462 people, with a median age of 46 years. There are 3484 households in Hope Valley, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1270 per week per household.
About 63% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Hope Valley is $1517/month. By installing solar power in Hope Valley, the average household could save 6.67% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $57291 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 1.84% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Hope Valley is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Hope Valley
Hope Valley SA 5090 is a picturesque town located in the Adelaide Hills region of South Australia. The town is surrounded by stunning natural beauty, including the Mount Lofty Ranges and the Adelaide Hills wine region. Visitors to Hope Valley can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities, such as hiking, cycling, and wine tasting.
With over 2,800 hours of sunshine per year, Hope Valley is an ideal location for producing solar power. Solar installers in the area can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. While potential shading issues should be taken into consideration, the benefits of installing solar energy in Hope Valley are numerous. Not only can homeowners and businesses save money on their energy bills, but they can also reduce their carbon footprint and contribute to a more sustainable future.
By harnessing the power of the sun, Hope Valley can continue to thrive as a beautiful and sustainable community. Solar power is a smart investment for both residents and businesses in the area, and with the help of local solar installers, it's easier than ever to make the switch to renewable energy.