Solar Power Profile - Yelta, SA 5558
More than 2295 homes in postcode 5558 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Yelta, Agery, Cross Roads, East Moonta, Hamley, Kooroona, Moonta, Moonta Bay, Moonta Mines, Nalyappa, North Moonta, North Yelta, Paramatta and Port Hughes.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 12,228 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 52,710 kWh per day, or 19,239 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,469.125 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $3,366,851.25 per year.
Yelta and 5558 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 4,424.97 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 36,874,750 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 5558
85th
State Wide
653rd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Yelta
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Yelta: Moonta - approx. 2.4 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Yelta, 5558
Yelta Demographics
Yelta and the postcode of 5558 has a total population of 4633 people, with a median age of 59 years. There are 3405 households in Yelta, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.1 with a median income of 969 per week per household.
About 50% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Yelta is $1200/month. By installing solar power in Yelta, the average household could save 10.2% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $87673 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 2.92% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Yelta is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Yelta
Agery SA 5558 is a small town located in the Mount Lofty Ranges in South Australia. The town is known for its picturesque landscapes and is a popular destination for nature lovers. Visitors can enjoy hiking in the nearby Mount Remarkable National Park or take a scenic drive through the Southern Flinders Ranges.
Agery SA 5558 enjoys a Mediterranean 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 Agery SA 5558 can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. The town also has relatively low levels of shading, further increasing the potential for solar energy production.
Installing solar panels in Agery SA 5558 can provide numerous benefits for homeowners and businesses. Not only can it significantly reduce energy bills, but it also helps to reduce carbon emissions and promote renewable energy. With the abundance of sunshine in the area, solar power is a smart investment for those looking to save money and reduce their environmental impact. Local solar installers can help guide residents through the process of installing solar panels and ensure that they get the most out of their solar energy system.