Solar Power Profile - Iron Baron, SA 5600
More than 1932 homes in postcode 5600 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Iron Baron, Whyalla Dc, Whyalla and Whyalla Playford.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 10,754 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 47,381 kWh per day, or 17,294 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,596.875 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $3,026,461.375 per year.
Iron Baron and 5600 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 3,977.62 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 33,146,833 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 5600
89th
State Wide
669th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Iron Baron
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Iron Baron: Moola - approx. 12.5 km
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Iron Baron Demographics
Iron Baron and the postcode of 5600 has a total population of 5679 people, with a median age of 45 years. There are 2942 households in Iron Baron, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 1548 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 Iron Baron is $1300/month. By installing solar power in Iron Baron, the average household could save 10.24% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $87966 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 1.98% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Iron Baron is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Iron Baron
IRON BARON SA 5600 is a small town located in the Upper North region of South Australia. The town is situated in the heart of the picturesque Middleback Range and is surrounded by stunning natural landscapes, including the Iron Baron Conservation Park and the Mount Middleback Range.
IRON BARON SA 5600 is known for its sunny weather and high levels of solar irradiation, making it an ideal location for solar power. With an average of over 300 sunny days per year, the town offers excellent opportunities for solar panel installation and high solar yields. Additionally, the town's location in the Middleback Range provides optimal solar panel angles and orientations, further increasing the efficiency of solar power systems.
Installing solar energy in IRON BARON SA 5600 offers numerous benefits, including reduced energy costs, increased energy independence, and a smaller carbon footprint. By working with local solar installers, residents and businesses in the town can take advantage of these benefits and contribute to a more sustainable future.