Solar Power Profile - Kensington, SA 5068
More than 2223 homes in postcode 5068 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Kensington, Heathpool, Kensington Gardens, Kensington Park, Leabrook, Marryatville, St Morris and Trinity Gardens.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 14,739 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 61,079 kWh per day, or 22,294 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,724.625 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $3,901,421.125 per year.
Kensington and 5068 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 5,127.62 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 42,730,167 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 5068
57th
State Wide
476th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Kensington
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Kensington: Kent Town Alert - approx. 2.1 km
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132 Mooringe Avenue, 5037Leading solar power system installers in South Australia.
Community Solar Statistics - Kensington, 5068
Kensington Demographics
Kensington and the postcode of 5068 has a total population of 11908 people, with a median age of 44 years. There are 5721 households in Kensington, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1725 per week per household.
About 58% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Kensington is $2000/month. By installing solar power in Kensington, the average household could save 7.19% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $61752 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 1.92% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Kensington is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Kensington
Heathpool is a charming suburb located in the eastern suburbs of Adelaide, South Australia. It is a peaceful and picturesque residential area that boasts a range of features and attractions. The suburb is home to a number of parks and reserves, including the scenic Tusmore Park and the popular Waterfall Gully Reserve, which offers a range of walking trails and stunning views of the Adelaide Hills. Other notable features of the area include the Burnside Village shopping centre and the historic Beaumont House.
Heathpool enjoys a Mediterranean climate with long, hot summers and mild winters. The suburb receives an average of 7.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. With the right solar panel angle and orientation, homeowners in Heathpool can maximise their solar yields and reduce their reliance on the grid. Solar installers in the area can help residents to assess their solar potential and design a system that meets their energy needs.
There are many benefits to installing solar energy in Heathpool. Not only can homeowners 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, residents can take advantage of a clean, renewable energy source that will continue to provide energy for years to come. With the help of experienced solar installers, homeowners in Heathpool can enjoy the benefits of solar power and make a positive impact on the environment.