Solar Power Profile - Pine Creek, SA 5419
More than 59 homes in postcode 5419 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Pine Creek, Canowie, Hallett, Mount Bryan East, Ulooloo, Willalo and Wonna.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 313 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 1,396 kWh per day, or 510 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,533 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $89,169.5 per year.
Pine Creek and 5419 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 117.3 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 977,500 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 5419
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Solar Power in Pine Creek
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Pine Creek: Ketchowla - approx. 4.6 km
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Pine Creek Demographics
Pine Creek and the postcode of 5419 has a total population of 222 people, with a median age of 45 years. There are 145 households in Pine Creek, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 916 per week per household.
About 49% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Pine Creek is $763/month. By installing solar power in Pine Creek, the average household could save 16.74% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $143882 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 3.22% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Pine Creek is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Pine Creek
CANOWIE SA 5419 is a small town located in the Mid North region of South Australia. The town is surrounded by picturesque landscapes and is known for its natural beauty. The town is home to a number of attractions, including the Canowie Beltway Reserve, which offers a range of outdoor activities such as hiking, camping and birdwatching. The town also features a number of historic buildings and landmarks, such as the Canowie Station Homestead.
When it comes to solar power, CANOWIE SA 5419 is an ideal location due to its high levels of sunshine hours. The town experiences an average of 5.5 hours of sunlight per day, making it an excellent location for solar panel installation. Solar panels should be installed at an optimal angle of around 30 degrees to maximise solar yields, and should be oriented to the north to ensure maximum exposure to sunlight. Potential shading issues should also be taken into consideration when installing solar panels.
Installing solar energy in CANOWIE SA 5419 can bring a range of benefits, including reduced electricity bills, lower carbon emissions and increased energy independence. Solar power is a renewable energy source that can help to reduce reliance on fossil fuels, and can provide a reliable source of energy even in remote locations. There are a number of solar installers operating in the area, making it easy for residents to access solar power and start enjoying the benefits of renewable energy.