Solar Power Profile - Morn Hill, SA 5371
More than 427 homes in postcode 5371 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Morn Hill, Roseworthy, Shea-oak Log and Templers.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 3,185 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 13,275 kWh per day, or 4,845 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,980.125 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $847,940.625 per year.
Morn Hill and 5371 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 1,114.35 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 9,286,250 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 5371
172nd
State Wide
1384th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Morn Hill
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Morn Hill: Linwood - approx. 3.4 km
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Morn Hill Demographics
Morn Hill and the postcode of 5371 has a total population of 1251 people, with a median age of 38 years. There are 467 households in Morn Hill, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.9 with a median income of 1985 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 Morn Hill is $1560/month. By installing solar power in Morn Hill, the average household could save 10.58% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $90898 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 1.92% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Morn Hill is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Morn Hill
Morn Hill is a small town located in South Australia with a population of just over 1000 people. The town is situated in the beautiful Adelaide Hills region and boasts stunning views of the surrounding mountain ranges, including the Mount Lofty Ranges and the Southern Mount Lofty Ranges. Morn Hill is known for its peaceful and quiet atmosphere, making it the perfect place to escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.
When it comes to solar power, Morn Hill is an ideal location due to its high levels of sunshine throughout the year. The town experiences an average of 6.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it an excellent location for solar panel installation. In addition, the town's location in the Adelaide Hills means that it is less likely to experience issues with shading, which can impact solar panel efficiency.
For those interested in installing solar panels in Morn Hill, there are a number of local solar installers who can provide expert advice and installation services. By harnessing the power of the sun, residents of Morn Hill can reduce their reliance on traditional energy sources and take advantage of the many benefits of renewable energy. Solar power is not only environmentally friendly, but it can also help homeowners save money on their energy bills in the long run.