Solar Power Profile - Tinderbox, TAS 7054
More than 1250 homes in postcode 7054 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Tinderbox, Nierinna, Piersons Point, Barretta, Coningham, Electrona, Fern Tree, Howden, Leslie Vale, Lower Snug, Margate, Neika, Ridgeway, Snug and Wellington Park.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 6,495 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 20,574 kWh per day, or 7,510 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,022 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,314,164.25 per year.
Tinderbox and 7054 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 5,482.3 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 45,685,833 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 7054
14th
State Wide
1037th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Tinderbox
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Tinderbox: Tinderbox (tinderbox Road) - approx. 1.2 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Tinderbox, 7054
Tinderbox Demographics
Tinderbox and the postcode of 7054 has a total population of 9131 people, with a median age of 40 years. There are 3543 households in Tinderbox, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.8 with a median income of 1895 per week per household.
About 79% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Tinderbox is $1690/month. By installing solar power in Tinderbox, the average household could save 5.04% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $43306 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 1.04% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Tinderbox is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Tinderbox
BARRETTA TAS 7054 is a small town located in the southern part of Tasmania, Australia. The town is known for its stunning natural beauty, with rolling hills and lush greenery surrounding the area. One of the main attractions of BARRETTA is the nearby mountain ranges, including the Wellington Range and the Mount Field National Park. Visitors can enjoy hiking, camping, and exploring the beautiful natural scenery.
When it comes to solar power, BARRETTA is an ideal location due to its high levels of sunshine hours throughout the year. With an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, the town is perfect for solar panel installations. Solar installers in BARRETTA can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to ensure maximum solar yield. However, potential shading issues should be taken into consideration when installing solar panels, as the surrounding mountain ranges may cast shadows on certain areas.
Overall, BARRETTA is a great location for solar power and renewable energy. With its abundant sunshine and beautiful natural surroundings, the town is a prime location for solar panel installations. By harnessing the power of the sun, BARRETTA can reduce its carbon footprint and contribute to a more sustainable future.