Solar Power Profile - Northgate, SA 5085
More than 5149 homes in postcode 5085 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Northgate, Clearview, Enfield, Enfield Plaza, Lightsview and Northfield.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 27,136 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 111,806 kWh per day, or 40,809 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,405.25 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $7,141,608.25 per year.
Northgate and 5085 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 9,386.07 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 78,217,250 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 5085
11th
State Wide
200th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Northgate
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Northgate: Bridge Road - approx. 1.8 km
Featured Solar Installers Servicing Northgate
Bright Earth Solar
132 Mooringe Avenue, 5037Leading solar power system installers in South Australia.
Community Solar Statistics - Northgate, 5085
Northgate Demographics
Northgate and the postcode of 5085 has a total population of 22967 people, with a median age of 34 years. There are 9591 households in Northgate, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.6 with a median income of 1692 per week per household.
About 56% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Northgate is $1642/month. By installing solar power in Northgate, the average household could save 7.13% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $61287 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 1.6% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Northgate is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Northgate
CLEARVIEW SA 5085 is a charming town located in the northern suburbs of Adelaide, South Australia. The town boasts a range of features and attractions that make it a popular destination for tourists and locals alike. Visitors can enjoy a range of outdoor activities, including hiking and cycling in the nearby mountain ranges of Mount Lofty and the Adelaide Hills. The town also has a vibrant arts and culture scene, with a range of galleries, museums, and theatres to explore.
With its sunny climate and high levels of sunshine hours, CLEARVIEW SA 5085 is an ideal location for solar power. The town receives an average of 2,800 hours of sunshine per year, making it one of the sunniest places in Australia. This means that solar panels installed in the town can produce a high yield of energy, providing significant cost savings for homeowners and businesses. Additionally, the optimal solar panel angle and orientation can be easily achieved in the town, ensuring maximum energy production.
By installing solar panels in CLEARVIEW SA 5085, homeowners and businesses can benefit from reduced energy costs, increased energy independence, and a reduced carbon footprint. Solar power is a clean, renewable energy source that can help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. With a range of experienced solar installers operating in the town, it's easy to find a reliable and affordable provider to help you make the switch to solar power.