Solar Power Profile - Mosquito Hill, SA 5214
More than 4457 homes in postcode 5214 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Mosquito Hill, Currency Creek, Goolwa, Goolwa Beach, Goolwa North, Goolwa South, Hindmarsh Island and Mundoo Island.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 23,036 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 91,071 kWh per day, or 33,241 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,277.5 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $5,817,160.125 per year.
Mosquito Hill and 5214 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 7,645.43 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 63,711,917 km worth of car emissions.
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Mosquito Hill: Marshall Brae - approx. 1.8 km
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Mosquito Hill Demographics
Mosquito Hill and the postcode of 5214 has a total population of 8644 people, with a median age of 62 years. There are 6453 households in Mosquito Hill, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2 with a median income of 938 per week per household.
About 49% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Mosquito Hill is $1198/month. By installing solar power in Mosquito Hill, the average household could save 8.89% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $76365 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 2.62% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Mosquito Hill is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Mosquito Hill
Currency Creek is a small town located in the Fleurieu Peninsula region of South Australia. It is situated approximately 70 km south of Adelaide and is surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, including the Mount Compass and Mount Magnificent Conservation Parks. The town is also home to a number of vineyards and wineries, making it a popular destination for wine enthusiasts.
With an average of 7 hours of sunshine per day, Currency Creek is an ideal location for solar power production. The town experiences a Mediterranean climate, with hot summers and mild winters, making it a great place to install solar panels. The optimal angle for solar panels in Currency Creek is between 20-30 degrees, facing north to maximise solar yields.
By installing solar panels in Currency Creek, residents and businesses can benefit from reduced energy bills and a lower carbon footprint. Solar power is a clean and renewable energy source, and by using it, we can help to reduce our reliance on fossil fuels and combat climate change. There are a number of reputable solar installers operating in the area, who can provide expert advice on the best solar solutions for your needs.