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Solar Power Profile - Melton, SA 5552

More than 84 homes in postcode 5552 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Melton, Kainton, Kulpara, Paskeville, Port Arthur, Sunnyvale and Thrington.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 496 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 2,127 kWh per day, or 776 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,596.875 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $135,862.125 per year.

Melton and 5552 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 178.48 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 1,487,333 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 5552

284th

State Wide

2202nd

Australia Wide

Solar Power in Melton

* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Melton: Yararoo - approx. 6.4 km

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Melton

Yorke Solar

Maitland, 5573

Yorke Solar Powering South Australia, from Regional to Metro.

Lower North Electrical

Balaklava, 5461

Power your future with solar energy

N.J.Brind Electrical

Ardrossan, 5571

Power your life with the sun's energy!

Mildwaters Electrical

86 Champion Street, 5554

Quality electrical work, guaranteed!

Community Solar Statistics - Melton, 5552

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Melton Demographics

Melton and the postcode of 5552 has a total population of 320 people, with a median age of 41 years. There are 185 households in Melton, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 1288 per week per household.

About 54% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Melton is $729/month. By installing solar power in Melton, the average household could save 18.25% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $156867 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 2.38% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Melton is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Melton

KAINTON SA 5552 is a small town located in the southern part of Australia. The town is surrounded by picturesque landscapes and is home to several local mountain ranges including the Mount Lofty Ranges and the Adelaide Hills. The town is known for its peaceful atmosphere and friendly locals. Visitors can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, and fishing.

KAINTON SA 5552 enjoys a Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters. The town receives an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power production. With the right solar panel angle and orientation, homeowners and businesses in KAINTON SA 5552 can benefit from high solar yields and reduced energy bills. Solar installers in the area can help residents take advantage of these benefits.

Installing solar energy in KAINTON SA 5552 can help reduce the town's carbon footprint and promote renewable energy. By generating clean energy from the sun, residents can reduce their dependence on fossil fuels and contribute to a more sustainable future. Solar power is also a cost-effective solution for energy production, providing long-term savings for homeowners and businesses. With the abundance of sunshine in KAINTON SA 5552, it's no wonder that solar power is becoming an increasingly popular choice for energy production in the area.

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