Solar Power Profile - Osborne, SA 5017
More than 1013 homes in postcode 5017 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Osborne and Taperoo.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 5,372 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 22,771 kWh per day, or 8,311 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 $1,454,497.625 per year.
Osborne and 5017 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 1,911.53 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 15,929,417 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 5017
144th
State Wide
1088th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Osborne
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Osborne: Taperoo - approx. 1.5 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Osborne, 5017
Osborne Demographics
Osborne and the postcode of 5017 has a total population of 4975 people, with a median age of 40 years. There are 2338 households in Osborne, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1144 per week per household.
About 55% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Osborne is $1400/month. By installing solar power in Osborne, the average household could save 8.36% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $71881 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 2.36% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Osborne is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Osborne
Osborne SA 5017 is a small town located in the northern suburbs of Adelaide, South Australia. The town is known for its beautiful parks, gardens, and reserves, making it a popular destination for nature lovers. Some of the popular attractions in Osborne include the Osborne Foreshore Reserve, Semaphore Beach, and the Port River Dolphin Trail.
Osborne SA 5017 enjoys a Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters. The town receives an average of 2,800 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar installers in Osborne can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields and minimize shading issues.
Installing solar energy in Osborne can provide numerous benefits, including reducing electricity bills, decreasing carbon footprint, and increasing property value. With the abundant sunshine hours and favorable weather conditions, solar power is a practical and sustainable solution for Osborne residents and businesses. By choosing solar power, Osborne can contribute to the global effort to transition to renewable energy and combat climate change.