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Solar Power Profile - Port Broughton, SA 5522

More than 691 homes in postcode 5522 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Port Broughton, Fisherman Bay, Lower Broughton and Ward Hill.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 3,420 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 14,987 kWh per day, or 5,470 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,405.25 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $957,294.625 per year.

Port Broughton and 5522 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 1,258.1 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 10,484,167 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 5522

167th

State Wide

1350th

Australia Wide

Solar Power in Port Broughton

* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Port Broughton: Port Broughton - approx. 2.2 km

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Port Broughton

O'Dea Solar & Electrical

508 Goyder Highway, 5523

LG Solar Power Specialist & Authorised Solar Partner.

Mildwaters Electrical

86 Champion Street, 5554

Quality electrical work, guaranteed!

Baden Napier Electrical & Solar

38 Drain Road, 5554

Power your home with the sun

Electrical NRG Solutions

Wallaroo, 5556

Powering your future with sustainable solar energy

Community Solar Statistics - Port Broughton, 5522

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Port Broughton Demographics

Port Broughton and the postcode of 5522 has a total population of 1321 people, with a median age of 62 years. There are 1235 households in Port Broughton, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 1.9 with a median income of 931 per week per household.

About 39% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Port Broughton is $1300/month. By installing solar power in Port Broughton, the average household could save 9.01% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $77410 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 Port Broughton is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Port Broughton

FISHERMAN BAY SA 5522 is a charming coastal town located in South Australia. The town is known for its stunning beaches, crystal clear waters, and breathtaking views of the ocean. The town is a popular tourist destination, attracting visitors from all over the world.

With an average of 300 sunny days per year, FISHERMAN BAY SA 5522 is an ideal location for solar power installation. The optimal angle for solar panels in this area is between 25 and 35 degrees, facing north. However, shading issues should be taken into consideration when installing solar panels. Despite this, the town's weather and sunshine hours make it a great location for solar power production, which can provide significant benefits for the environment and the local community.

Installing solar energy in FISHERMAN BAY SA 5522 can help reduce carbon emissions and lower energy bills for residents and businesses. Solar installers in the area can provide expert advice on the best solar panel options and installation methods for the town's unique climate and topography. By investing in renewable energy, the town can also attract more eco-conscious visitors and businesses, boosting the local economy and promoting sustainable tourism.

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