Solar Power Profile - Lake View, SA 5555
More than 184 homes in postcode 5555 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Lake View, Dowlingville, Alford, Collinsfield, Dowling, Hope Gap, Kulpara, Melton, Mundoora, Tickera and Winulta.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 784 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 3,381 kWh per day, or 1,234 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,149.75 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $215,961.375 per year.
Lake View and 5555 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 283.82 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 2,365,167 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 5555
262nd
State Wide
2047th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Lake View
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Lake View: Condowie - approx. 7.4 km
Featured Solar Installers Servicing Lake View
O'Dea Solar & Electrical
508 Goyder Highway, 5523LG Solar Power Specialist & Authorised Solar Partner.
Community Solar Statistics - Lake View, 5555
Lake View Demographics
Lake View and the postcode of 5555 has a total population of 464 people, with a median age of 55 years. There are 285 households in Lake View, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 1025 per week per household.
About 59% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Lake View is $835/month. By installing solar power in Lake View, the average household could save 11.47% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $98606 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 2.16% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Lake View is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Lake View
Alford is a small town located in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, with a population of just over 2,000 people. The town is situated on the banks of the River Don and is surrounded by stunning scenery, including the Cairngorms National Park and the Grampian Mountains. Visitors to Alford can enjoy a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, fishing, and skiing.
Alford enjoys a temperate maritime climate, with mild temperatures throughout the year. The town experiences an average of 1,300 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar panels can be installed on rooftops or in open fields, and solar installers can optimize the angle and orientation of the panels to maximize solar yields.
Solar power is an excellent choice for Alford, as it is a renewable energy source that can help reduce carbon emissions and lower energy bills. By installing solar panels, homeowners and businesses can generate their own electricity and reduce their reliance on the grid. Additionally, the Scottish government offers incentives for solar installations, making it an affordable option for many people in Alford.