Solar Power Profile - Yatala Vale, SA 5126
More than 1607 homes in postcode 5126 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Yatala Vale, Fairview Park and Surrey Downs.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 8,185 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 33,334 kWh per day, or 12,167 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,341.375 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $2,129,209.25 per year.
Yatala Vale and 5126 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 2,798.41 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 23,320,083 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 5126
122nd
State Wide
847th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Yatala Vale
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Yatala Vale: Upper Hermitage - approx. 1.8 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Yatala Vale, 5126
Yatala Vale Demographics
Yatala Vale and the postcode of 5126 has a total population of 7176 people, with a median age of 40 years. There are 2904 households in Yatala Vale, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.6 with a median income of 1809 per week per household.
About 82% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Yatala Vale is $1517/month. By installing solar power in Yatala Vale, the average household could save 7.37% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $63322 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 1.43% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Yatala Vale is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Yatala Vale
Located in the northern suburbs of Adelaide, South Australia, Fairview Park is a charming residential suburb with a population of around 4,500 people. The town is situated on the foothills of the Mount Lofty Ranges, providing breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. Fairview Park is known for its peaceful and friendly community, with plenty of parks, playgrounds, and walking trails for residents to enjoy.
With an average of 2,800 hours of sunshine per year, Fairview Park is an ideal location for solar power. Homeowners and businesses can benefit from installing solar panels to reduce their energy bills and carbon footprint. Solar installers in the area can help residents choose the best solar panel angle and orientation for maximum solar yields, while minimizing potential shading issues.
By embracing renewable energy, Fairview Park can contribute to a cleaner and more sustainable future. Solar power can help reduce the town's dependence on fossil fuels, while also creating local jobs in the solar industry. With its sunny climate and picturesque location, Fairview Park is a prime location for solar energy.