Solar Power Profile - Sandy Creek, SA 5350
More than 180 homes in postcode 5350 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Sandy Creek and Rosedale.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 1,561 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 6,470 kWh per day, or 2,362 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $2,299.5 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $413,271.25 per year.
Sandy Creek and 5350 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 543.26 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 4,527,167 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 5350
220th
State Wide
1752nd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Sandy Creek
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Sandy Creek: Cockatoo Valley - approx. 3.4 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Sandy Creek, 5350
Sandy Creek Demographics
Sandy Creek and the postcode of 5350 has a total population of 520 people, with a median age of 41 years. There are 186 households in Sandy Creek, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 3 with a median income of 2205 per week per household.
About 89% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Sandy Creek is $1733/month. By installing solar power in Sandy Creek, the average household could save 11.06% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $95022 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 2.01% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Sandy Creek is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Sandy Creek
ROSEDALE SA 5350 is a charming town located in the Mid North region of South Australia. The town is surrounded by picturesque landscapes, including the Mount Remarkable National Park and the Southern Flinders Ranges. Visitors to the town can enjoy a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, cycling, and birdwatching.
ROSEDALE SA 5350 experiences a Mediterranean climate with hot summers and cool winters. The town receives an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar panels installed in ROSEDALE SA 5350 can produce high yields due to the optimal solar panel angle and orientation, as well as the minimal shading issues.
Installing solar energy in ROSEDALE SA 5350 can provide a range of benefits, including reducing energy costs, increasing energy independence, and reducing carbon emissions. Solar installers in the town can help residents and businesses to design and install solar systems that are tailored to their specific needs and requirements. By investing in solar power, residents and businesses in ROSEDALE SA 5350 can contribute to a more sustainable future.