Solar Power Profile - Pooraka, SA 5095
More than 4197 homes in postcode 5095 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Pooraka, Mawson Lakes and The Levels.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 25,478 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 104,972 kWh per day, or 38,315 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 $6,705,086.5 per year.
Pooraka and 5095 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 8,812.45 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 73,437,083 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 5095
12th
State Wide
218th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Pooraka
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Pooraka: Bridge Road - approx. 1.4 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Pooraka, 5095
Pooraka Demographics
Pooraka and the postcode of 5095 has a total population of 20622 people, with a median age of 34 years. There are 8410 households in Pooraka, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.6 with a median income of 1659 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 Pooraka is $1517/month. By installing solar power in Pooraka, the average household could save 8.77% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $75383 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 1.85% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Pooraka is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Pooraka
MAWSON LAKES SA 5095 is a suburb located in the northern part of Adelaide, South Australia. It is a planned community that offers a mix of residential, commercial, and industrial areas. The suburb is known for its beautiful lake, which is surrounded by parks and walking trails. Additionally, it is home to the University of South Australia's Mawson Lakes campus, making it a popular destination for students.
MAWSON LAKES SA 5095 enjoys a Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters. The suburb experiences an average of 8.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. With the optimal solar panel angle and orientation, homeowners and businesses in MAWSON LAKES SA 5095 can generate a significant amount of electricity from the sun. Solar installers in the area can help residents take advantage of the abundant sunshine and reduce their reliance on fossil fuels.
Installing solar energy systems in MAWSON LAKES SA 5095 has numerous benefits. Not only does it help reduce carbon emissions and combat climate change, but it also saves homeowners and businesses money on their energy bills. Additionally, with the South Australian government's solar feed-in tariff, solar panel owners can earn credits for the excess energy they generate and feed back into the grid. With the town's commitment to sustainability and renewable energy, MAWSON LAKES SA 5095 is an excellent location for solar power.