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Solar Power Profile - East Launceston, TAS 7250

More than 4634 homes in postcode 7250 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of East Launceston, Elphin, Norwood Avenue Po, Blackstone Heights, Launceston, Newstead, Norwood, Prospect, Prospect Vale, Ravenswood, Riverside, St Leonards, Summerhill, Travellers Rest, Trevallyn, Waverley and West Launceston.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 27,277 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 97,444 kWh per day, or 35,567 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 $6,224,235.5 per year.

East Launceston and 7250 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 25,963.91 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 216,365,917 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 7250

1st

State Wide

199th

Australia Wide

Solar Power in East Launceston

* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to East Launceston: Launceston (kings Meadows) - approx. 2.9 km

Featured Solar Installers Servicing East Launceston

Solahart Northern Tasmania

18 Invermay Road, 7248

Your authorised Solahart dealer for Northern Tasmania.

Jessups Solar Squad

137/139 Wellington St, 7250

Your power, free from the sun!

Joe's Electrical

Bridport, 7262

Power your home with the sun's energy

Ilume Electrical

Tasmania, 7250

Powering your world with expertise and reliability

Community Solar Statistics - East Launceston, 7250

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East Launceston Demographics

East Launceston and the postcode of 7250 has a total population of 47607 people, with a median age of 41 years. There are 22223 households in East Launceston, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1400 per week per household.

About 63% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in East Launceston is $1300/month. By installing solar power in East Launceston, the average household could save 8.6% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $73891 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 1.84% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in East Launceston is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About East Launceston

Blackstone Heights is a charming suburb located in the northern part of Tasmania, Australia. It is situated just a few minutes away from the city of Launceston and offers a peaceful and serene environment for residents and visitors alike. The town is known for its beautiful parks and gardens, including the Blackstone Park Conservation Area, which is a popular spot for picnics and nature walks. Other attractions in the area include the Tamar Island Wetlands Reserve, the Launceston Tramway Museum, and the Cataract Gorge Reserve.

Blackstone Heights has a temperate climate with mild summers and cool winters. The town receives an average of 2000 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal location for solar power. Homeowners and businesses in the area can benefit from installing solar panels to reduce their energy bills and carbon footprint. With the help of professional solar installers, residents can design and install a solar system that is tailored to their specific needs. The optimal angle and orientation of solar panels can be determined based on the location and shading issues of the property.

By investing in solar power, residents of Blackstone Heights can not only save money on their energy bills but also contribute to a cleaner and more sustainable future. Solar energy is a renewable resource that does not produce harmful emissions or pollutants. It is a reliable and cost-effective alternative to traditional fossil fuels. With the right solar panel system, homeowners and businesses can generate their own electricity and even sell excess power back to the grid. Installing solar panels is a smart investment that can provide long-term benefits for both the environment and the local economy.

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