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Solar Power Profile - Petwood, SA 5252

More than 1632 homes in postcode 5252 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Petwood, Brukunga, Dawesley, Hay Valley, Kanmantoo, Nairne and St Ives.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 9,425 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 38,159 kWh per day, or 13,928 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,469.125 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $2,437,406.125 per year.

Petwood and 5252 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 3,203.44 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 26,695,333 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 5252

103rd

State Wide

757th

Australia Wide

Solar Power in Petwood

* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Petwood: Nairne - approx. 4.8 km

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Petwood

Rawsons Electrical

620 Cross Road, 5038

Rawsons Electrical celebrates 75 years of service.

Allstate Solar

16 Desmond Avenue, 5033

Your first choice for all things solar.

Makn Energy

Adelaide, 5000

Solar and battery solutions.

Bright Earth Solar

132 Mooringe Avenue, 5037

Leading solar power system installers in South Australia.

Community Solar Statistics - Petwood, 5252

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Petwood Demographics

Petwood and the postcode of 5252 has a total population of 6399 people, with a median age of 37 years. There are 2623 households in Petwood, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.6 with a median income of 1768 per week per household.

About 75% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Petwood is $1500/month. By installing solar power in Petwood, the average household could save 8.16% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $70138 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 Petwood is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Petwood

BRUKUNGA SA 5252 is a small town located in the Adelaide Hills region of South Australia. The town is known for its stunning natural beauty, with the Mount Barker Summit and the Mount Lofty Ranges located nearby. Visitors can enjoy scenic drives, hiking, and mountain biking in the area. The town also has a rich history, with several historic buildings and landmarks to explore.

With an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, BRUKUNGA SA 5252 is an ideal location for solar power. The town receives plenty of sunlight throughout the year, making it an excellent choice for solar panel installation. Solar power is a clean and renewable energy source that can help reduce carbon emissions and lower energy costs for homeowners and businesses in the area. By installing solar panels, residents of BRUKUNGA SA 5252 can take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine and enjoy the benefits of solar power.

For those interested in installing solar panels in BRUKUNGA SA 5252, it's important to consider the optimal angle and orientation for the panels. South-facing panels are generally recommended for maximum solar yield, but shading issues should also be taken into account. Working with a reputable solar installer can help ensure that your panels are installed correctly and optimized for maximum energy production. With its sunny climate and beautiful natural surroundings, BRUKUNGA SA 5252 is an excellent location for solar power and a great place to call home.

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