Solar Power Profile - Mcdouall Peak, SA 5723
More than 70 homes in postcode 5723 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Mcdouall Peak, Allandale Station, Anna Creek, Arckaringa, Coober Pedy, Evelyn Downs, Ingomar, Mabel Creek, Mount Barry, Mount Clarence Station, Mount Willoughby, Nilpinna Station, William Creek and Wintinna.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 1,422 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 6,911 kWh per day, or 2,523 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $6,323.625 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $441,440.125 per year.
Mcdouall Peak and 5723 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 580.29 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 4,835,750 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 5723
224th
State Wide
1790th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Mcdouall Peak
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Mcdouall Peak: The Twins Station - approx. 35.1 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Mcdouall Peak, 5723
Mcdouall Peak Demographics
Mcdouall Peak and the postcode of 5723 has a total population of 1301 people, with a median age of 46 years. There are 1166 households in Mcdouall Peak, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 1.9 with a median income of 766 per week per household.
About 32% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Mcdouall Peak is $628/month. By installing solar power in Mcdouall Peak, the average household could save 83.91% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $721098 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 15.88% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Mcdouall Peak is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Mcdouall Peak
ALLANDALE STATION SA 5723 is a small town located in the Mid North region of South Australia. The town is surrounded by beautiful landscapes and is known for its peaceful and quiet atmosphere. One of the main attractions of the town is the Allandale Station, which is a historic railway station that has been preserved and turned into a museum. The station provides visitors with an insight into the history of the town and the railway system in South Australia.
The weather in ALLANDALE STATION SA 5723 is generally sunny and warm, with an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day. This makes it an ideal location for solar power generation. Solar panels installed in the town can produce high yields due to the optimal solar panel angle and orientation. However, it is important to note that shading issues may occur due to the surrounding trees and buildings.
Installing solar energy in ALLANDALE STATION SA 5723 can provide numerous benefits, including reducing electricity bills and decreasing carbon footprint. The town has a number of solar installers who can help residents and businesses in the area to switch to renewable energy. By installing solar panels, the town can also contribute to the overall goal of reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainable energy sources.