Solar Power Profile - Novar Gardens, SA 5040
More than 544 homes in postcode 5040 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Novar Gardens.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 3,236 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 13,486 kWh per day, or 4,922 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 $861,418.25 per year.
Novar Gardens and 5040 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 1,132.06 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 9,433,833 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 5040
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Solar Power in Novar Gardens
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Novar Gardens: Adelaide Airport Old Site - approx. 967 m
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Community Solar Statistics - Novar Gardens, 5040
Novar Gardens Demographics
Novar Gardens and the postcode of 5040 has a total population of 2213 people, with a median age of 45 years. There are 1003 households in Novar Gardens, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1468 per week per household.
About 67% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Novar Gardens is $2060/month. By installing solar power in Novar Gardens, the average household could save 6.46% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $55513 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 2.09% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Novar Gardens is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Novar Gardens
Novar Gardens is a suburb located in the City of Marion, South Australia. It is situated just 8 km southwest of Adelaide's central business district, making it a convenient location for those who work in the city but prefer to live in a quieter area. Novar Gardens is known for its beautiful tree-lined streets and well-maintained parks, making it an ideal place for families.
With an average of 6.5 hours of sunshine per day, Novar Gardens is a great location for solar power. The optimal panel angle for the area is around 35 degrees, facing north. While there may be some shading issues due to the trees in the area, a professional solar installer can help you find the best location for your panels to maximise your solar yield.
By installing solar power in Novar Gardens, you can take advantage of the abundant sunshine to generate your own renewable energy. This will not only reduce your carbon footprint but also save you money on your electricity bills. Additionally, with the South Australian government's Home Battery Scheme, you can store excess solar energy in a battery for use during peak hours, further reducing your reliance on the grid.