Solar Power Profile - Littlehampton, SA 5250
More than 966 homes in postcode 5250 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Littlehampton, Blakiston and Totness.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 6,794 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 27,347 kWh per day, or 9,982 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,788.5 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,746,789.625 per year.
Littlehampton and 5250 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 2,295.86 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 19,132,167 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 5250
130th
State Wide
952nd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Littlehampton
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Littlehampton: Killara Park - approx. 1.9 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Littlehampton, 5250
Littlehampton Demographics
Littlehampton and the postcode of 5250 has a total population of 3591 people, with a median age of 41 years. There are 1386 households in Littlehampton, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.8 with a median income of 2127 per week per household.
About 82% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Littlehampton is $1733/month. By installing solar power in Littlehampton, the average household could save 8.6% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $73906 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 1.62% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Littlehampton is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Littlehampton
Blakiston SA 5250 is a small town located in the Adelaide Hills region of South Australia. The town is known for its picturesque setting, surrounded by rolling hills and lush greenery. Visitors can enjoy a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, cycling, and birdwatching in the nearby Mount Lofty Ranges. Blakiston is also home to several wineries and vineyards, offering visitors the chance to sample some of the region's best wines.
Blakiston enjoys a Mediterranean climate, with hot summers and cool winters. The town receives an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. With the right solar panel angle and orientation, homeowners and businesses in Blakiston can take advantage of the abundant sunshine to generate their own clean, renewable energy. Solar installers in the area can help residents design and install solar energy systems that are tailored to their specific needs, taking into account potential shading issues and maximizing solar yields.
By installing solar energy systems in Blakiston, residents can reduce their reliance on traditional fossil fuels and help to combat climate change. Solar power is a clean, renewable energy source that produces no greenhouse gas emissions, making it an environmentally friendly choice. In addition to reducing carbon emissions, solar power can also help homeowners and businesses save money on their energy bills. With the right solar energy system, residents of Blakiston can generate their own electricity and potentially even sell excess energy back to the grid, providing a valuable source of income.