Solar Power Profile - Salisbury Downs, SA 5108
More than 8424 homes in postcode 5108 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Salisbury Downs, Paralowie, Salisbury, Salisbury North and Salisbury North Whites Road.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 43,582 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 182,679 kWh per day, or 66,678 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 $11,668,621.125 per year.
Salisbury Downs and 5108 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 15,335.94 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 127,799,500 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 5108
2nd
State Wide
78th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Salisbury Downs
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Salisbury Downs: Parafield Plant Introduction Centre - approx. 1.2 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Salisbury Downs, 5108
Salisbury Downs Demographics
Salisbury Downs and the postcode of 5108 has a total population of 40924 people, with a median age of 36 years. There are 16168 households in Salisbury Downs, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.7 with a median income of 1226 per week per household.
About 61% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Salisbury Downs is $1257/month. By installing solar power in Salisbury Downs, the average household could save 9.32% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $80058 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 2.2% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Salisbury Downs is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Salisbury Downs
Paralowie is a suburb located in the northern region of Adelaide, South Australia. It is a peaceful and quiet neighbourhood, perfect for families and retirees. The suburb is known for its well-maintained parks and playgrounds, making it a great place for outdoor activities. Paralowie also has a few shopping centres and restaurants, providing residents with easy access to daily necessities.
With an average of 6.5 hours of sunshine per day, Paralowie has great potential for solar power. Solar installers in the area can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. However, potential shading issues should be taken into account when installing solar panels in the area. Despite this, the benefits of solar power in Paralowie are numerous, including reduced electricity bills and a smaller carbon footprint.
Renewable energy is becoming increasingly popular in Australia, and Paralowie is no exception. With the abundance of sunshine in the area, residents and businesses can benefit from installing solar energy systems. By producing their own energy, they can reduce their reliance on the grid and contribute to a more sustainable future. Solar power is not only environmentally friendly, but it can also save money in the long run. With the help of solar installers in Paralowie, residents can take advantage of this clean and renewable energy source.