Solar Power Profile - South Hobart, TAS 7004
More than 655 homes in postcode 7004 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of South Hobart and Battery Point.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 2,945 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 9,257 kWh per day, or 3,379 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $894.25 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $591,290.875 per year.
South Hobart and 7004 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 2,466.67 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 20,555,583 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 7004
38th
State Wide
1421st
Australia Wide
Solar Power in South Hobart
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to South Hobart: Hobart (ellerslie Road) - approx. 1 km
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South Hobart Demographics
South Hobart and the postcode of 7004 has a total population of 7306 people, with a median age of 39 years. There are 3734 households in South Hobart, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 1820 per week per household.
About 53% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in South Hobart is $1690/month. By installing solar power in South Hobart, the average household could save 4.41% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $37893 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 0.94% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in South Hobart is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About South Hobart
Battery Point is a charming suburb located in the heart of Hobart, Tasmania. This historic town is known for its beautiful colonial architecture and picturesque streets lined with cafes, restaurants, and boutique shops. The town is situated on a hilly peninsula, providing stunning views of the Derwent River and Mount Wellington. Battery Point is also home to several landmarks, including the iconic Battery Point Lighthouse and St. George's Anglican Church.
With an average of 2400 sunshine hours per year, Battery Point is an ideal location for producing solar power. The town's hilly terrain can present some challenges for solar panel installation, but with the help of experienced solar installers, homeowners can optimize their solar panel angle and orientation to maximize their solar yields. Additionally, Battery Point's historic architecture can provide some shading issues, but with careful planning and installation, homeowners can still enjoy the benefits of renewable energy.
Installing solar energy in Battery Point not only benefits homeowners by reducing their energy bills and carbon footprint, but it also contributes to the larger goal of transitioning to a more sustainable energy future. By investing in solar power, Battery Point residents can play a role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and mitigating the effects of climate change.