Solar Power Profile - Austins Ferry, TAS 7011
More than 1215 homes in postcode 7011 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Austins Ferry, Berriedale, Chigwell and Claremont.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 5,508 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 18,233 kWh per day, or 6,655 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $958.125 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,164,632.875 per year.
Austins Ferry and 7011 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 4,858.15 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 40,484,583 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 7011
17th
State Wide
1073rd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Austins Ferry
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Austins Ferry: Austins Ferry - approx. 1.7 km
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Austins Ferry Demographics
Austins Ferry and the postcode of 7011 has a total population of 14946 people, with a median age of 38 years. There are 6600 households in Austins Ferry, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1295 per week per household.
About 61% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Austins Ferry is $1300/month. By installing solar power in Austins Ferry, the average household could save 6.14% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $52780 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 1.42% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Austins Ferry is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Austins Ferry
Austins Ferry is a suburb located in the southern part of Tasmania, Australia. It is situated on the eastern bank of the Derwent River, around 15 km north of Hobart. The suburb is known for its scenic beauty, with the riverfront providing a picturesque view of the surrounding hills and mountains. The town has a rich history, with many heritage-listed buildings and landmarks, including St. Peter's Church and the Austins Ferry Store.
With its location in Tasmania, Austins Ferry enjoys a temperate maritime climate, with mild summers and cool winters. The town receives an average of 4.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power production. Solar installers in Austins Ferry can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields and reduce shading issues.
Installing solar energy systems in Austins Ferry has many benefits, including reducing energy costs and carbon footprint. Solar power is a renewable energy source that can provide clean and sustainable energy for homes and businesses. With the town's abundant sunshine hours, solar power can be a reliable and cost-effective energy source for the community. Additionally, by installing solar energy systems, residents and businesses can contribute to the global effort to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change.