Solar Power Profile - Malvern, SA 5061
More than 1934 homes in postcode 5061 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Malvern, Hyde Park, Unley Bc, Unley Dc, Unley and Unley Park.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 14,271 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 58,797 kWh per day, or 21,461 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,916.25 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $3,755,658.375 per year.
Malvern and 5061 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 4,936.03 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 41,133,583 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 5061
61st
State Wide
496th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Malvern
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Malvern: Unley - approx. 1.1 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Malvern, 5061
Malvern Demographics
Malvern and the postcode of 5061 has a total population of 9291 people, with a median age of 44 years. There are 4296 households in Malvern, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 2291 per week per household.
About 64% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Malvern is $2383/month. By installing solar power in Malvern, the average household could save 6.7% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $57586 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 1.61% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Malvern is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Malvern
Hyde Park is a charming suburb located in Adelaide, South Australia. It is known for its beautiful tree-lined streets, heritage-listed homes, and vibrant community. The suburb is situated just a few kilometers from Adelaide's central business district, making it a convenient location for both work and leisure.
Hyde Park enjoys a Mediterranean climate, with hot summers and mild winters. The suburb experiences an average of 7 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. Homeowners and businesses in Hyde Park can benefit from installing solar panels, which can significantly reduce their energy bills and carbon footprint.
By installing solar panels in Hyde Park, residents and businesses can take advantage of the suburb's optimal solar panel angle and orientation. Additionally, potential shading issues can be mitigated by choosing the right location for the solar panels. With high solar yields and plenty of sunshine, Hyde Park is a prime location for solar power, and there are many reputable solar installers in the area that can help homeowners and businesses make the switch to renewable energy.