Solar Power Profile - Poltalloch, SA 5259
More than 451 homes in postcode 5259 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Poltalloch, Ashville, East Wellington, Jervois, Kepa, Lake Albert, Lake Alexandrina, Malinong, Narrung, Naturi, Point Mcleay, Raukkan, Tailem Bend, Wellington and Wellington East.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 3,253 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 13,401 kWh per day, or 4,891 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,916.25 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $855,988.875 per year.
Poltalloch and 5259 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 1,124.93 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 9,374,417 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 5259
169th
State Wide
1372nd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Poltalloch
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Poltalloch: Ashville - approx. 9.6 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Poltalloch, 5259
Poltalloch Demographics
Poltalloch and the postcode of 5259 has a total population of 1030 people, with a median age of 49 years. There are 635 households in Poltalloch, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1255 per week per household.
About 46% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Poltalloch is $1127/month. By installing solar power in Poltalloch, the average household could save 14.17% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $121763 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 2.94% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Poltalloch is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Poltalloch
ASHVILLE SA 5259 is a small town located in the Adelaide Hills region of South Australia. The town is known for its picturesque surroundings, with the Mount Lofty Ranges and the Onkaparinga River National Park nearby. Visitors can enjoy hiking, cycling, and fishing in the area, as well as exploring the local wineries and restaurants.
With an average of over 2,800 hours of sunshine per year, ASHVILLE SA 5259 is an ideal location for solar power. The town's location on the southern coast of Australia means that it is exposed to a lot of sunlight throughout the year, which makes it perfect for solar panel installations. Solar power is a clean and renewable energy source that can help reduce carbon emissions and save money on electricity bills. By installing solar panels in ASHVILLE SA 5259, residents can take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine to generate their own electricity and reduce their reliance on the grid.
There are several solar installers operating in the ASHVILLE SA 5259 area, who can help residents design and install solar panel systems that are optimised for the local weather conditions. Solar panel orientation and angle are important factors to consider when designing a solar system, as they can affect the amount of sunlight that the panels receive. In addition, shading from trees or nearby buildings can also impact solar yields. By working with a local solar installer, residents can ensure that their solar panel systems are optimised for the local weather and shading conditions, which can help maximise their solar yields and savings.