Solar Power Profile - Ridgehaven, SA 5097
More than 3301 homes in postcode 5097 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Ridgehaven, Redwood Park and St Agnes.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 16,725 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 68,513 kWh per day, or 25,007 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,341.375 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $4,376,267.875 per year.
Ridgehaven and 5097 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 5,751.61 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 47,930,083 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 5097
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Solar Power in Ridgehaven
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Ridgehaven: Ridgehaven - approx. 749 m
Featured Solar Installers Servicing Ridgehaven
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132 Mooringe Avenue, 5037Leading solar power system installers in South Australia.
Community Solar Statistics - Ridgehaven, 5097
Ridgehaven Demographics
Ridgehaven and the postcode of 5097 has a total population of 13246 people, with a median age of 42 years. There are 5721 households in Ridgehaven, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1564 per week per household.
About 76% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Ridgehaven is $1500/month. By installing solar power in Ridgehaven, the average household could save 7.45% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $64039 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 1.65% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Ridgehaven is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Ridgehaven
Redwood Park is a suburb in Adelaide, South Australia located in the City of Tea Tree Gully. It is situated approximately 17 kilometers northeast of Adelaide's central business district and is bordered by Fairview Park, Wynn Vale, and Surrey Downs. The suburb is known for its quiet and peaceful atmosphere, making it an ideal place to live for families and retirees. Redwood Park is also home to several parks and reserves, including the Redwood Park Recreation Reserve, which features a playground, picnic areas, and sports facilities.
Redwood Park enjoys a Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters. The suburb receives an average of 7.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it an excellent location for solar power. Solar installers in Redwood Park can take advantage of the suburb's optimal solar panel angle and orientation, which is north-facing at an angle of 30-35 degrees. However, potential shading issues should also be considered when installing solar panels.
Installing solar energy in Redwood Park can provide numerous benefits, including reducing energy bills, increasing property value, and contributing to a cleaner environment. With the suburb's abundant sunshine hours and optimal solar panel orientation, homeowners and businesses can generate significant solar yields. By investing in solar power, Redwood Park can take a step towards a more sustainable future while also enjoying the financial benefits of renewable energy.