Solar Power Profile - Pelican Lagoon, SA 5222
More than 329 homes in postcode 5222 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Pelican Lagoon, American Beach, Antechamber Bay, Baudin Beach, Brown Beach, Browns Beach, Cuttlefish Bay, Dudley East, Dudley West, Hungerford, Ironstone, Island Beach, Kangaroo Head, Penneshaw, Porky Flat, Sapphiretown, Willoughby and Willson River.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 1,637 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 6,278 kWh per day, or 2,291 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 $401,007.25 per year.
Pelican Lagoon and 5222 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 526.93 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 4,391,083 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 5222
216th
State Wide
1733rd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Pelican Lagoon
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Pelican Lagoon: Pelican Lagoon - approx. 4.7 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Pelican Lagoon, 5222
Pelican Lagoon Demographics
Pelican Lagoon and the postcode of 5222 has a total population of 575 people, with a median age of 56 years. There are 658 households in Pelican Lagoon, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2 with a median income of 1004 per week per household.
About 35% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Pelican Lagoon is $1053/month. By installing solar power in Pelican Lagoon, the average household could save 9.6% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $82536 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 2.32% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Pelican Lagoon is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Pelican Lagoon
Located in the southern coast of Australia, American Beach is a small town in South Australia's Fleurieu Peninsula. The town is known for its pristine beaches and crystal-clear waters, making it a popular destination for swimming, surfing, and fishing. American Beach is also home to a variety of local wildlife, including kangaroos, wallabies, and echidnas.
With an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, American Beach is an ideal location for solar power production. The town's sunny weather and lack of shading issues make it a prime spot for solar panel installation. Solar power is an excellent way for American Beach residents to reduce their carbon footprint and save money on their energy bills. By installing solar panels, residents can take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine and produce their own renewable energy.
For those interested in solar power installation, there are several reputable solar installers operating in and around American Beach. These companies can help residents design and install a solar panel system that is tailored to their specific needs and budget. With the help of these professionals, American Beach residents can start producing their own clean energy and contributing to a more sustainable future.