Solar Power Profile - New Town, TAS 7008
More than 1077 homes in postcode 7008 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of New Town, Cornelian Bay and Lenah Valley.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 6,097 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 19,893 kWh per day, or 7,261 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 $1,270,665.375 per year.
New Town 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 5,300.53 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 44,171,083 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 7008
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Solar Power in New Town
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to New Town: Lenah Valley (augusta Road) - approx. 1.3 km
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Community Solar Statistics - New Town, 7008
New Town Demographics
New Town and the postcode of 7008 has a total population of 12310 people, with a median age of 38 years. There are 5614 households in New Town, 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 New Town is $1710/month. By installing solar power in New Town, the average household could save 5.6% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $48150 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 1.26% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in New Town is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About New Town
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.