Solar Power Profile - Wombats Rest, SA 5320
More than 405 homes in postcode 5320 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Wombats Rest, Beatty, Beaumonts, Brenda Park, Bundey, Eba, Lindley, Maude, Morgan, Morphetts Flat, Murbko, North West Bend, Stuart and Westons Flat.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 2,616 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 11,151 kWh per day, or 4,070 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,788.5 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $712,270.125 per year.
Wombats Rest and 5320 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 936.1 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 7,800,833 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 5320
186th
State Wide
1485th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Wombats Rest
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Wombats Rest: Murbko - approx. 5.3 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Wombats Rest, 5320
Wombats Rest Demographics
Wombats Rest and the postcode of 5320 has a total population of 619 people, with a median age of 57 years. There are 950 households in Wombats Rest, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 1.9 with a median income of 789 per week per household.
About 25% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Wombats Rest is $832/month. By installing solar power in Wombats Rest, the average household could save 17.91% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $153941 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 4.36% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Wombats Rest is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Wombats Rest
Beatty SA 5320 is a small town located in the Mid North region of South Australia. The town is known for its peaceful and serene environment, making it an ideal place for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. The town has a few local businesses, including a general store, post office, and a hotel. Visitors can also enjoy the scenic views of the surrounding mountain ranges, including the Flinders Ranges and Mount Remarkable.
Beatty SA 5320 has a semi-arid climate with hot summers and cool winters. The town experiences an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar installers in Beatty can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. Potential shading issues can also be minimized by strategically placing solar panels.
Installing solar energy in Beatty SA 5320 can provide numerous benefits, including reducing electricity bills and decreasing carbon footprint. With the abundance of sunshine in the area, solar power is a practical and sustainable solution for the town's energy needs. By embracing renewable energy, Beatty can contribute to a cleaner and greener future.