Solar Power Profile - Laurie Park, SA 5271
More than 1500 homes in postcode 5271 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Laurie Park, Bool Lagoon, Cadgee, Joanna, Keppoch, Koppamurra, Lochaber, Marcollat, Mount Light, Moyhall, Naracoorte, Padthaway, Spence, Stewart Range, Struan, The Gap, Wild Dog Valley and Wrattonbully.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 10,311 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 40,027 kWh per day, or 14,610 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 $2,556,724.625 per year.
Laurie Park and 5271 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 3,360.3 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 28,002,500 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 5271
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Solar Power in Laurie Park
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Laurie Park: Naracoorte - approx. 10.1 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Laurie Park, 5271
Laurie Park Demographics
Laurie Park and the postcode of 5271 has a total population of 6922 people, with a median age of 41 years. There are 3326 households in Laurie Park, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1425 per week per household.
About 61% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Laurie Park is $1083/month. By installing solar power in Laurie Park, the average household could save 13.27% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $114039 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 2.33% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Laurie Park is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Laurie Park
BOOL LAGOON SA 5271 is a small town located in South Australia, surrounded by stunning natural landscapes and scenic views. The town is situated near the Bool Lagoon, which is a significant attraction for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. The lagoon is home to a diverse range of bird species, including migratory birds, and is a popular spot for birdwatching and photography.
With an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, BOOL LAGOON SA 5271 is an ideal location for solar power production. The town experiences a Mediterranean climate, with hot summers and mild winters, making it an excellent location for solar energy installation. Solar installers in the area can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximise solar yields and minimise shading issues.
Renewable energy is becoming increasingly popular in BOOL LAGOON SA 5271, with many residents and businesses turning to solar power to reduce their carbon footprint and save on energy costs. Installing solar panels can provide a range of benefits, including reducing electricity bills, increasing property value, and contributing to a more sustainable future. By harnessing the power of the sun, residents and businesses in BOOL LAGOON SA 5271 can take advantage of the abundant sunshine to produce clean, renewable energy.