Solar Power Profile - Karoola, TAS 7267
More than 122 homes in postcode 7267 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Karoola, Bangor, Lalla, Lower Turners Marsh and Turners Marsh.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 602 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 2,107 kWh per day, or 769 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 $134,584.625 per year.
Karoola and 7267 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 561.37 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 4,678,083 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 7267
77th
State Wide
2136th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Karoola
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Karoola: Karoola (lower Turners Marsh) - approx. 2.5 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Karoola, 7267
Karoola Demographics
Karoola and the postcode of 7267 has a total population of 741 people, with a median age of 46 years. There are 313 households in Karoola, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.6 with a median income of 1687 per week per household.
About 81% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Karoola is $1399/month. By installing solar power in Karoola, the average household could save 6.47% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $55584 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 1.24% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Karoola is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Karoola
Bangor is a charming town located in Tasmania, Australia, with a population of just over 200 people. The town is situated in the heart of the wine-producing region of the state, making it a popular destination for wine lovers. One of the main attractions of Bangor is the Bangor Vineyard Shed, which offers wine tastings and tours of the vineyard. Other notable features of the town include its stunning natural beauty, with views of the nearby mountains and forests.
When it comes to solar power, Bangor is an ideal location due to its high levels of sunshine throughout the year. The town experiences an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it a great place to install solar panels and take advantage of renewable energy. Solar installers in the area can help homeowners and businesses to design and install solar systems that are optimised for the local climate and conditions, ensuring maximum efficiency and energy savings.
By installing solar panels in Bangor, residents and businesses can benefit from reduced energy bills, lower carbon emissions, and increased energy independence. With the right solar panel angle and orientation, it is possible to achieve high solar yields in the town, even with potential shading issues. Overall, Bangor is a great place to explore the benefits of solar power and take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine.