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Solar Power Profile - Lenah Valley, TAS 7008

More than 998 homes in postcode 7008 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Lenah Valley, Cornelian Bay and New Town.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 5,233 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 17,074 kWh per day, or 6,232 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 $1,090,601.75 per year.

Lenah Valley and 7008 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 4,549.36 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 37,911,333 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 7008

18th

State Wide

1101st

Australia Wide

Solar Power in Lenah Valley

* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Lenah Valley: Lenah Valley (augusta Road) - approx. 1.1 km

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Lenah Valley

I Want Energy

62 Hopkins Street, 7009

The solar experts.

Electreksolar

Hobart, 7000

Power your future with clean, affordable solar energy

Whitney Electrical & Solar

52 2c/52 Ascot Dr, 7055

Uses Clean Energy Council Accredited Installers.

Renewable Energy Solutions Tasmania

Old Beach, 7017

Power your home with clean energy from the sun!

Community Solar Statistics - Lenah Valley, 7008

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Lenah Valley Demographics

Lenah Valley and the postcode of 7008 has a total population of 12310 people, with a median age of 38 years. There are 5614 households in Lenah Valley, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1750 per week per household.

About 60% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Lenah Valley is $1710/month. By installing solar power in Lenah Valley, the average household could save 5.29% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $45475 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 1.19% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Lenah Valley is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Lenah Valley

Cornelian Bay is a beautiful suburb located in the city of Hobart, Tasmania, with a postcode of 7008. The town boasts a stunning waterfront and is surrounded by lush greenery, making it a popular spot for outdoor activities such as picnics, jogging, and cycling. The suburb is also home to the Cornelian Bay Cemetery, which is a significant historical landmark.

With an average of 2200 sunshine hours per year, Cornelian Bay is an ideal location for solar power production. The optimal solar panel angle for this area is between 20 and 30 degrees, facing north to northeast. However, shading issues may arise due to the surrounding trees and buildings, so it is recommended to consult with professional solar installers to ensure maximum solar yields.

Investing in solar energy in Cornelian Bay can provide numerous benefits, including reduced electricity bills, lower carbon footprint, and increased property value. With the help of experienced solar installers, homeowners and businesses can take advantage of the abundant sunshine in this area to generate clean and renewable energy, while contributing to a sustainable future.

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