Solar Power Profile - Whyte Yarcowie, SA 5420
More than 23 homes in postcode 5420 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Whyte Yarcowie and Canowie Belt.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 106 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 467 kWh per day, or 170 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,277.5 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $29,829.625 per year.
Whyte Yarcowie and 5420 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 39.1 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 325,833 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 5420
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Solar Power in Whyte Yarcowie
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Whyte Yarcowie: Gum Park - approx. 5 km
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Whyte Yarcowie Demographics
Whyte Yarcowie and the postcode of 5420 has a total population of 64 people, with a median age of 40 years. There are 39 households in Whyte Yarcowie, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.6 with a median income of 1625 per week per household.
About 49% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Whyte Yarcowie is $555/month. By installing solar power in Whyte Yarcowie, the average household could save 19.18% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $164837 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 1.51% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Whyte Yarcowie is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Whyte Yarcowie
CANOWIE BELT SA 5420 is a small town located in the Mid North region of South Australia. The town is known for its peaceful and rural atmosphere, making it the perfect place for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. Visitors can enjoy the scenic views of the surrounding mountain ranges, including the Mount Remarkable National Park and the Southern Flinders Ranges.
With an average of 8.5 hours of sunshine per day, CANOWIE BELT SA 5420 has great potential for solar power production. 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 consideration when installing solar panels.
The benefits of solar power in CANOWIE BELT SA 5420 are numerous. Not only does it provide a clean and renewable source of energy, but it also helps to reduce electricity bills and carbon emissions. By installing solar panels, residents and businesses in the area can take advantage of the abundant sunshine to power their homes and operations, while also contributing to a more sustainable future.