Solar Power Profile - Reynella, SA 5161
More than 2634 homes in postcode 5161 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Reynella, Old Reynella and Reynella East.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 12,868 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 53,018 kWh per day, or 19,352 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,277.5 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $3,386,524.75 per year.
Reynella and 5161 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 4,450.96 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 37,091,333 km worth of car emissions.
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Solar Power in Reynella
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Reynella: Lonsdale - approx. 3.4 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Reynella, 5161
Reynella Demographics
Reynella and the postcode of 5161 has a total population of 9804 people, with a median age of 40 years. There are 4403 households in Reynella, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1334 per week per household.
About 74% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Reynella is $1365/month. By installing solar power in Reynella, the average household could save 7.8% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $67022 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 1.84% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Reynella is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Reynella
Old Reynella is a suburb located in the southern suburbs of Adelaide, South Australia. It is situated approximately 20 km from the city centre and is bordered by the Onkaparinga River to the south. The town has a population of around 4,000 and is known for its historic buildings, parks, and wineries.
One of the main attractions in Old Reynella is the Hardy's Verandah Restaurant, which offers stunning views of the surrounding area. Other notable landmarks include the Reynella Horse Trials, which take place annually, and the Reynella Neighbourhood Centre, which hosts a variety of community events throughout the year.
With an average of over 2,800 hours of sunshine per year, Old Reynella is an ideal location for solar power. Solar installers in the area can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation, as well as its minimal shading issues. By installing solar energy systems, residents and businesses in Old Reynella can reduce their reliance on traditional energy sources and save money on their electricity bills. Additionally, the use of renewable energy sources like solar power can help to reduce carbon emissions and promote a cleaner, more sustainable future.