Solar Power Profile - Stirling North, SA 5710
More than 733 homes in postcode 5710 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Stirling North, Cook, Glendambo, Kingoonya, Nonning, Port Augusta and Tarcoola.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 4,078 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 18,549 kWh per day, or 6,770 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,596.875 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,184,817.375 per year.
Stirling North and 5710 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 1,557.1 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 12,975,833 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 5710
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State Wide
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Solar Power in Stirling North
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Stirling North: Stirling North - approx. 862 m
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Stirling North Demographics
Stirling North and the postcode of 5710 has a total population of 1992 people, with a median age of 35 years. There are 866 households in Stirling North, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.6 with a median income of 1831 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 Stirling North is $1306/month. By installing solar power in Stirling North, the average household could save 10.19% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $87562 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 1.68% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Stirling North is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Stirling North
COOK SA 5710 is a small town located in South Australia. The town is known for its peaceful and serene environment, making it a great place for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of the city. COOK SA 5710 is surrounded by beautiful mountain ranges, including the Flinders Ranges, which provide a stunning backdrop for the town.
COOK SA 5710 experiences a semi-arid climate, with hot summers and mild winters. The town receives an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar installers in COOK SA 5710 can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. However, potential shading issues should be taken into consideration when installing solar panels.
Installing solar energy in COOK SA 5710 has many benefits. The town's high sunshine hours make it an ideal location for producing solar power. Solar energy is a renewable energy source that can help reduce carbon emissions and lower energy costs. By installing solar panels, residents and businesses in COOK SA 5710 can take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine to power their homes and offices. Solar power can also increase property values and attract eco-conscious buyers.