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Solar Power Profile - Pirie East, SA 5540

More than 3739 homes in postcode 5540 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Pirie East, Bungama, Coonamia, Lower Broughton, Napperby, Nelshaby, Port Davis, Port Pirie, Port Pirie South, Port Pirie West, Risdon Park, Risdon Park South, Solomontown, Telowie and Warnertown.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 20,704 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 91,714 kWh per day, or 33,476 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 $5,858,231.75 per year.

Pirie East and 5540 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 7,699.48 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 64,162,333 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 5540

21st

State Wide

287th

Australia Wide

Solar Power in Pirie East

* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Pirie East: Port Pirie Aerodrome - approx. 4.1 km

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Pirie East

O'Dea Solar & Electrical

508 Goyder Highway, 5523

LG Solar Power Specialist & Authorised Solar Partner.

AMW Electrical

South Australia, 5600

Your Trusted Electrical Experts

Dan The Solar Man

85 Esmond Road, 5540

Power your future with solar energy

CTI Solar

2 Cook Street, 5608

Local business providing Solar Power & Electrical solutions.

Community Solar Statistics - Pirie East, 5540

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Pirie East Demographics

Pirie East and the postcode of 5540 has a total population of 14095 people, with a median age of 44 years. There are 7192 households in Pirie East, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 1060 per week per household.

About 58% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Pirie East is $960/month. By installing solar power in Pirie East, the average household could save 13.86% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $119121 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 2.9% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Pirie East is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Pirie East

BUNGAMA SA 5540 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 peaceful atmosphere. One of the main attractions in BUNGAMA is the Bungama Conservation Park, which offers visitors the chance to explore a range of native flora and fauna. The park is also home to several walking trails, making it a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts.

When it comes to solar power, BUNGAMA SA 5540 is an ideal location for solar panel installation. The town experiences long hours of sunshine throughout the year, with an average of 8.5 hours of sunshine per day. This means that solar panels installed in BUNGAMA have the potential to produce a high yield of energy, making it a great investment for homeowners and businesses alike. Additionally, the town's location and climate make it an optimal spot for solar panel installation, with minimal shading issues and an optimal panel angle and orientation.

For those interested in solar power, BUNGAMA SA 5540 has a number of reputable solar installers who can help with the installation process. By investing in solar power, residents and businesses in BUNGAMA can not only save money on their energy bills but also contribute to a more sustainable future. With the town's abundance of sunshine and optimal location for solar panel installation, it's no wonder that solar power is becoming an increasingly popular choice in BUNGAMA SA 5540.

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