Solar Power Profile - Morphett Vale, SA 5162
More than 8428 homes in postcode 5162 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Morphett Vale and Woodcroft.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 39,840 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 163,198 kWh per day, or 59,567 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,213.625 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $10,424,272.25 per year.
Morphett Vale and 5162 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 13,700.41 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 114,170,083 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 5162
3rd
State Wide
98th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Morphett Vale
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Morphett Vale: Morphett Vale - approx. 1.9 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Morphett Vale, 5162
Morphett Vale Demographics
Morphett Vale and the postcode of 5162 has a total population of 33496 people, with a median age of 41 years. There are 14874 households in Morphett Vale, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1308 per week per household.
About 69% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Morphett Vale is $1300/month. By installing solar power in Morphett Vale, the average household could save 7.78% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $66854 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 1.78% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Morphett Vale is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Morphett Vale
Morphett Vale is a suburb located in the southern part of Adelaide, South Australia. The suburb is known for its beautiful parks, including the Wilfred Taylor Reserve and the Onkaparinga River National Park. The Onkaparinga River National Park is a popular spot for hiking, picnicking, and birdwatching. The park is home to several species of birds, including the endangered southern emu-wren.
Aside from its natural attractions, Morphett Vale also boasts a thriving local economy, with several shopping centers, restaurants, and cafes. The suburb is also home to several schools, making it an ideal place for families.
With its abundant sunshine hours and favorable weather conditions, Morphett Vale is an excellent location for solar power. Installing solar panels in Morphett Vale can help homeowners and businesses save money on their energy bills while reducing their carbon footprint. Solar installers in the area can help residents determine the optimal angle and orientation for their solar panels to maximize their solar yields and minimize shading issues.