Solar Power | Topproperty

Solar Power Profile - Merseylea, TAS 7305

More than 157 homes in postcode 7305 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Merseylea, Railton and Sunnyside.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 803 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 2,811 kWh per day, or 1,026 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 $179,552.625 per year.

Merseylea and 7305 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 748.98 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 6,241,500 km worth of car emissions.

Icon

Solar Ranking

Postcode 7305

69th

State Wide

2038th

Australia Wide

Solar Power in Merseylea

* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Merseylea: Kimberley (mersey River) - approx. 3.6 km

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Merseylea

DMS Energy

56 Sheffield Road, 7310

Master Electrician Australia Awards (Winner 2023)

Genr8

56 Gilbert St, 7307

More than energy...

Degree C

2 2, Stanton Place, 7212

Powering Tasmania with sustainable solutions

Rhythm Electrical & Instrumentation

Preservation Bay, 7316

Power your future with solar energy

Community Solar Statistics - Merseylea, 7305

Icon

Merseylea Demographics

Merseylea and the postcode of 7305 has a total population of 1152 people, with a median age of 45 years. There are 519 households in Merseylea, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 1111 per week per household.

About 72% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Merseylea is $1000/month. By installing solar power in Merseylea, the average household could save 9.58% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $82336 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 1.99% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Merseylea is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
Icon

About Merseylea

MERSEYLEA TAS 7305 is a small town located in the north-western part of Tasmania, Australia. The town is situated on the banks of the Mersey River, which is a popular spot for fishing and water sports. The town is surrounded by beautiful mountain ranges, including the Great Western Tiers and the Dial Range, which offer stunning views and hiking opportunities.

The town experiences a temperate oceanic climate with mild summers and cool winters. The average annual temperature is around 12°C, and the town receives an average of 1,200 hours of sunshine per year. These weather conditions make MERSEYLEA a great location for solar power installation. Solar panels can be optimally angled and oriented to capture maximum sunlight, and potential shading issues can be minimized.

Installing solar energy in MERSEYLEA can bring numerous benefits to the town and its residents. Solar power is a renewable and sustainable source of energy that can reduce the town's reliance on fossil fuels and lower carbon emissions. By installing solar panels, residents can also save money on their electricity bills and increase the value of their properties. There are many solar installers in the area who can help residents with the installation process and provide ongoing maintenance and support.

Nearby Suburbs

See Also