Solar Power Profile - Glen Huon, TAS 7109
More than 1243 homes in postcode 7109 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Glen Huon, Catamaran, Crabtree, Cradoc, Glaziers Bay, Glendevie, Grove, Hastings, Huonville, Ida Bay, Judbury, Lonnavale, Lower Longley, Lower Wattle Grove, Lucaston, Lune River, Lymington, Mountain River, Petcheys Bay, Raminea, Ranelagh, Recherche, Southport, Southport Lagoon, Strathblane, Waterloo, Wattle Grove and Woodstock.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 7,174 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 22,553 kWh per day, or 8,232 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,149.75 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,440,572.875 per year.
Glen Huon and 7109 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 6,009.36 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 50,078,000 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 7109
11th
State Wide
924th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Glen Huon
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Glen Huon: Judbury (helm) - approx. 4.2 km
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Glen Huon Demographics
Glen Huon and the postcode of 7109 has a total population of 9042 people, with a median age of 43 years. There are 4153 households in Glen Huon, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 1397 per week per household.
About 71% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Glen Huon is $1430/month. By installing solar power in Glen Huon, the average household could save 6.7% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $57578 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 1.58% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Glen Huon is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Glen Huon
CATAMARAN TAS 7109 is a picturesque town located in Tasmania, Australia. The town is situated on the banks of the Huon River and is surrounded by breathtaking mountain ranges, including the Hartz Mountains and the Wellington Range. CATAMARAN is known for its natural beauty and is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
With over 2000 hours of sunshine per year, CATAMARAN is an ideal location for solar power. The optimal angle for solar panels in CATAMARAN is between 20 and 30 degrees, and the best orientation is north-facing. While shading can be an issue in some areas, a reputable solar installer can help identify potential issues and optimize solar yields.
By installing solar energy in CATAMARAN, residents and businesses can take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine to generate clean, renewable energy. Solar power can help reduce electricity bills and lower carbon emissions, making it a smart choice for both the environment and the economy. With the help of a qualified solar installer, CATAMARAN residents and businesses can harness the power of the sun and enjoy the benefits of solar energy.