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Solar Power Profile - St Marys, SA 5042

More than 2276 homes in postcode 5042 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of St Marys, Bedford Park, Clovelly Park, Flinders University, Pasadena and Tonsley.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 13,418 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 55,606 kWh per day, or 20,296 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,533 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $3,551,833.25 per year.

St Marys and 5042 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 4,668.08 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 38,900,667 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 5042

72nd

State Wide

540th

Australia Wide

Solar Power in St Marys

* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to St Marys: Marion - approx. 1.7 km

Featured Solar Installers Servicing St Marys

Rawsons Electrical

620 Cross Road, 5038

Rawsons Electrical celebrates 75 years of service.

Allstate Solar

16 Desmond Avenue, 5033

Your first choice for all things solar.

Makn Energy

Adelaide, 5000

Solar and battery solutions.

Bright Earth Solar

132 Mooringe Avenue, 5037

Leading solar power system installers in South Australia.

Community Solar Statistics - St Marys, 5042

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St Marys Demographics

St Marys and the postcode of 5042 has a total population of 10742 people, with a median age of 36 years. There are 4841 households in St Marys, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1476 per week per household.

About 57% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in St Marys is $1625/month. By installing solar power in St Marys, the average household could save 7.86% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $67558 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% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in St Marys is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About St Marys

BEDFORD PARK SA 5042 is a charming suburb located in the City of Mitcham, South Australia. It is situated just 7 km south of Adelaide's central business district and is known for its leafy streets, heritage homes, and tranquil atmosphere. The suburb is surrounded by several parks and reserves, including the stunning Belair National Park and Brownhill Creek Recreation Park, which offer plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and picnicking.

With an average of 2,800 hours of sunshine per year, BEDFORD PARK SA 5042 is an ideal location for solar power. The suburb enjoys a Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild winters, which means that solar panels can generate a significant amount of energy throughout the year. Solar installers in BEDFORD PARK SA 5042 can take advantage of the suburb's optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields and reduce shading issues. Installing solar energy systems in BEDFORD PARK SA 5042 can help homeowners and businesses save money on their energy bills while reducing their carbon footprint.

There are many benefits to producing solar power in BEDFORD PARK SA 5042. In addition to reducing energy costs and carbon emissions, solar energy systems can increase the value of properties and provide a reliable source of electricity during power outages. Solar power is a renewable energy source that can help reduce dependence on fossil fuels and contribute to a more sustainable future. With the help of experienced solar installers in BEDFORD PARK SA 5042, residents and businesses can take advantage of the many benefits of solar power.

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