Solar Power Profile - Macquarie Plains, TAS 7140
More than 1127 homes in postcode 7140 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Macquarie Plains, Black Hills, Boyer, Bradys Lake, Bronte Park, Bushy Park, Butlers Gorge, Dee, Derwent Bridge, Ellendale, Fentonbury, Fitzgerald, Florentine, Glenfern, Glenora, Gretna, Hamilton, Hayes, Hollow Tree, Karanja, Lachlan, Lake St Clair, Lawitta, Little Pine Lagoon, London Lakes, Magra, Malbina, Maydena, Meadowbank, Molesworth, Moogara, Mount Field, Mount Lloyd, National Park, New Norfolk, Osterley, Ouse, Plenty, Rosegarland, Sorell Creek, Strickland, Styx, Tarraleah, Tyenna, Uxbridge, Victoria Valley, Wayatinah and Westerway.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 6,634 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 21,962 kWh per day, or 8,016 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,213.625 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,402,822.75 per year.
Macquarie Plains and 7140 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 5,851.68 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 48,764,000 km worth of car emissions.
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Macquarie Plains: Macquarie Plains (derwent River) - approx. 858 m
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Macquarie Plains Demographics
Macquarie Plains and the postcode of 7140 has a total population of 11086 people, with a median age of 42 years. There are 5365 households in Macquarie Plains, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1197 per week per household.
About 64% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Macquarie Plains is $1192/month. By installing solar power in Macquarie Plains, the average household could save 8.48% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $72911 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 1.95% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Macquarie Plains is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Macquarie Plains
Black Hills is a small town located in the southern part of Tasmania, Australia. It is situated in the Huon Valley and is surrounded by beautiful mountain ranges such as the Hartz Mountains and the Wellington Range. The town is known for its stunning natural beauty, with plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and camping. Visitors can also explore the local vineyards and taste some of the finest wines in the region.
Black Hills enjoys a temperate oceanic climate with mild to warm summers and cool winters. The town receives an average of 6 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. With the right solar panel angle and orientation, homeowners and businesses in Black Hills can benefit from high solar yields and significant savings on their energy bills. Solar installers in the area can provide expert advice on the best solar solutions for each property, taking into account potential shading issues and other factors.
Investing in solar power in Black Hills can have many benefits for the local community and the environment. By reducing reliance on fossil fuels, solar energy can help to lower carbon emissions and combat climate change. It can also create local jobs in the solar industry and contribute to the growth of renewable energy in Tasmania. With its abundant sunshine and stunning natural surroundings, Black Hills is the perfect place to harness the power of the sun and embrace a sustainable future.