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Solar Power Profile - Kingston On Murray, SA 5331

More than 124 homes in postcode 5331 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Kingston On Murray and Kingston-on-murray.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 900 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 3,923 kWh per day, or 1,432 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $2,044 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $250,581.625 per year.

Kingston On Murray and 5331 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 329.36 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 2,744,667 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 5331

259th

State Wide

2034th

Australia Wide

Solar Power in Kingston On Murray

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Average kW per solar installation

Postcode 5331

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Number of Home Solar Systems Installed

Postcode 5331

Daily Avg Sunshine in Kingston On Murray
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Kingston On Murray: Kingston On Murray - approx. 2.3 km

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Kingston On Murray

Connectus Group

Connectus Group

Badcoe Road, 5333

End The Power Struggle

Lowbank Services

Lowbank Services

Waikerie, 5330

Power your future with clean, renewable energy

Chris Grieger-Electrician

Chris Grieger-Electrician

Ohlmeyer Road, 5330

Power your life with the sun's energy!

RivElectrix

RivElectrix

Waikerie, 5330

Power your future with RivElectrix

Community Solar Statistics - Kingston On Murray, 5331

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Homes With Solar

123

Homes With Solar

This calculation is based on the Clean Energy Regulator number of small-scale technology certificates (STCs) claimed for solar installations less than 100kW in size in the 5331 postcode. The number of certificates claimed is directly related to the number of solar power systems commissioned, as lodged by the solar installation business.

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Avg Solar Savings

$1,985/year

Avg Solar Savings

This calculation assumes a Beauru of Meteorology annual mean global daily irradiation for Kingston On Murray based on the average solar system size for 5331, modelled with a 50% of solar production that is fed directly into the grid at 10c/kWh, and the remaining 50% of the solar energy produced being consumed within the home at an energy bill reduction of 25c/kWh.

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Est Retail Value of Power Generated

$357,915/year

Est Retail Value of Power Generated

This calculation assumes a Beauru of Meteorology mean global daily irradiation for Kingston On Murray, using the total number of kW installed according to the Clean Energy Regulator, valued at 25c/kWh.

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Solar Panels Installed

890 kW

Solar Panels Installed

This calculation is based on for the number of kilowatts installed in postcode 5331 according to the Clean Energy Regulator.

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Avg Daily Solar Generation

3,864 kWh

Avg Daily Solar Generation

This calculation is based on the total number of kilowatts installed for this location sourced from the Clean Energy Regulator multiplied by the annual mean global daily irradiation for the Beauru of Meteorology weather station nearest to Kingston On Murray. The amount of solar power generated each day is therefore the total amount of solar power generated per one day based on an average day of sunlight.

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Yearly Solar Generation

1,373 MWh

Yearly Solar Generation

This calculation is based on the total number of kilowatts installed for this location sourced from the Clean Energy Regulator multiplied by the mean global daily irradiation for the Beauru of Meteorology weather station nearest to Kingston On Murray. The amount of solar power generated each year is therefore the total amount solar power panel generated for 12 months based on an average day of sunlight.

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Local Jobs Created

5

Local Jobs Created

This calculation is based on Beyond Zero Emissions economic modelling showing that 5.8 jobs are directly created per megawatt of rooftop solar installed. The amount of jobs created from rooftop solar in postcode 5331 takes the number of "Solar Panels Installed" calculation multiplied by 5.8 jobs/MW ratio to indicate the employment created.

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Community Energy Savings

$250,523/year

Community Energy Savings

This is based on the "Average Solar Savings" calculation multiplied by the total number of Homes with Solar calculation for postcode 5331. The total amount of money saved by residential solar power for this area indicates how much this location saves in total dollars each year from the total amount of solar power generation.

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Local Business Generated

$2,700,541

Local Business Generated

To figure out the economic value generated for solar installation businesses servicing postcode 5331, we take the Solar Panels Installed calculation and multiply it by an average assumed price of $3 per watt, which we adjusted for historical price changes. This then gives us an idea of the revenue generated by solar installation businesses supplying and installing solar power in the area.

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Annual CO2 Reduction

326 tonnes

Annual CO2 Reduction

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 5331 using the "Yearly Solar Generation" calculation multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in SA. So this shows us the amount of carbon dioxide pollution equivalent that would be generated by coal-fired power stations for the same amount of kilowatts that are instead saved by clean and green rooftop solar power.

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Yearly Carbon Sequestration

4,552 trees

Yearly Carbon Sequestration

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 5331 using the "Yearly Solar Generation" calculation multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in SA, then coverted to the number of trees that would be required to capture and sequester that amount of carbon dioxide pollution. (14 trees per tonne of CO2) So this number gives us a different way of understanding the environmental benefits of solar by giving us an equivalent number of mature trees capturing and sequestering carbon dioxide pollution into the soil that is equal to the amount of CO2 otherwise saved because of rooftop solar power in this area.

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Yearly Car Emissions

2,744,608 km driven

Yearly Car Emissions

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 5331 using the "Yearly Solar Generation" calculation multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in SA, then coverted to the number of kilometres driven by an average car. (120g of CO2 per km driven) So this number gives us a different way of understanding the environmental benefits of solar by giving us an equivalent number of kilometres driven worth of car emissions that is equal to the amount of CO2 otherwise saved because of rooftop solar power in this area.

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Kingston On Murray Demographics

Kingston On Murray and the postcode of 5331 has a total population of 289 people, with a median age of 53 years. There are 145 households in Kingston On Murray, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 1257 per week per household.

About 71% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Kingston On Murray is $1213/month. By installing solar power in Kingston On Murray, the average household could save 14.04% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $120672 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 3.13% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Kingston On Murray is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Kingston On Murray

KINGSTON ON MURRAY SA 5331 is a small town located in South Australia, known for its picturesque landscapes and peaceful atmosphere. The town is surrounded by beautiful mountain ranges such as the Mount Lofty Ranges and the Flinders Ranges, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers. In addition to its natural beauty, the town also boasts a number of charming cafes, restaurants, and shops, making it a great place to relax and unwind.

With an average of 300 sunny days per year, KINGSTON ON MURRAY SA 5331 is an ideal location for producing solar power. The town's sunny climate, combined with its relatively flat terrain and low levels of shading, make it a prime spot for installing solar panels. By harnessing the power of the sun, residents and businesses in KINGSTON ON MURRAY SA 5331 can reduce their reliance on traditional energy sources and save money on their electricity bills.

If you're interested in installing solar panels in KINGSTON ON MURRAY SA 5331, it's important to work with a reputable solar installer who can help you design and install a system that's tailored to your specific needs. A qualified solar installer can help you determine the optimal angle and orientation for your panels, as well as identify any potential shading issues that could impact your solar yields. By working with a professional, you can ensure that your solar system is designed to maximize your energy savings and minimize your environmental impact.

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