Solar Power Profile - Geilston Bay, TAS 7015
More than 981 homes in postcode 7015 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Geilston Bay, Flagstaff Gully, Lindisfarne and Rose Bay.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 4,952 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 16,274 kWh per day, or 5,940 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,085.875 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,039,501.75 per year.
Geilston Bay and 7015 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 4,336.2 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 36,135,000 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 7015
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Solar Power in Geilston Bay
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Geilston Bay: Geilston Bay (lindhill Avenue) - approx. 1 km
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Geilston Bay Demographics
Geilston Bay and the postcode of 7015 has a total population of 10409 people, with a median age of 45 years. There are 4823 households in Geilston Bay, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1595 per week per household.
About 70% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Geilston Bay is $1625/month. By installing solar power in Geilston Bay, the average household could save 5.57% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $47854 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 1.31% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Geilston Bay is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Geilston Bay
Flagstaff Gully is a small suburb located in Tasmania, Australia. It is situated in the greater Hobart area and is known for its beautiful natural surroundings. The town is surrounded by the picturesque Mount Wellington and Mount Nelson ranges, which offer stunning views and hiking opportunities. The area is also home to a variety of wildlife, including wallabies and native birds.
Flagstaff Gully enjoys a temperate maritime climate with mild temperatures throughout the year. The town receives an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar panels installed in Flagstaff Gully can produce a significant amount of energy due to the town's high solar yield. Solar installers in the area can help homeowners and businesses take advantage of this renewable energy source and reduce their carbon footprint.
Installing solar panels in Flagstaff Gully offers numerous benefits. Not only does it help reduce greenhouse gas emissions, but it can also lead to significant cost savings on energy bills. Solar power is a clean and reliable energy source that can help power homes and businesses for years to come. With the help of local solar installers, residents of Flagstaff Gully can take advantage of this sustainable energy source and contribute to a cleaner, greener future.