Solar Power Profile - Long Reach, TAS 7253
More than 630 homes in postcode 7253 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Long Reach, Bell Bay, George Town and Low Head.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 3,618 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 12,923 kWh per day, or 4,717 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 $825,456.625 per year.
Long Reach and 7253 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 3,443.41 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 28,695,083 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 7253
32nd
State Wide
1318th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Long Reach
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Long Reach: Deviot Jetty - approx. 7.8 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Long Reach, 7253
Long Reach Demographics
Long Reach and the postcode of 7253 has a total population of 4764 people, with a median age of 47 years. There are 2459 households in Long Reach, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 911 per week per household.
About 56% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Long Reach is $953/month. By installing solar power in Long Reach, the average household could save 11.73% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $100796 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 2.83% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Long Reach is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Long Reach
Bell Bay is a small town located in the north of Tasmania, Australia. It is situated on the eastern shore of the Tamar River, approximately 45 km from Launceston. The town is known for its deep-water port, which is a major shipping hub for the region. Bell Bay is surrounded by stunning natural beauty, including the Tamar Valley and Mount George Conservation Area.
With an average of 5.2 hours of sunshine per day, Bell Bay is an ideal location for solar power. The town experiences a temperate maritime climate, with mild summers and cool winters. This means that solar panels can operate efficiently throughout the year, with minimal risk of overheating or freezing. Local solar installers can help residents to design and install solar systems that are optimised for the town's unique climate and geography.
By investing in solar power, residents of Bell Bay can reduce their reliance on fossil fuels and lower their carbon footprint. Solar energy is a clean, renewable source of power that can help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. In addition, solar power can help to reduce energy costs and increase energy independence. With the support of local solar installers, Bell Bay residents can take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine and enjoy the benefits of solar power.