Solar Power Profile - Upper Scamander, TAS 7215
More than 770 homes in postcode 7215 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Upper Scamander, Beaumaris, Bicheno, Chain Of Lagoons, Coles Bay, Cornwall, Douglas River, Douglas-apsley, Falmouth, Four Mile Creek, Freycinet, Friendly Beaches, Gray, Scamander, Seymour and St Marys.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 4,085 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 13,813 kWh per day, or 5,042 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 $882,305.375 per year.
Upper Scamander and 7215 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 3,680.66 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 30,672,167 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 7215
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1309th
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Solar Power in Upper Scamander
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Upper Scamander: Upper Scamander - approx. 813 m
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Community Solar Statistics - Upper Scamander, 7215
Upper Scamander Demographics
Upper Scamander and the postcode of 7215 has a total population of 3477 people, with a median age of 52 years. There are 2964 households in Upper Scamander, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.1 with a median income of 931 per week per household.
About 43% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Upper Scamander is $1083/month. By installing solar power in Upper Scamander, the average household could save 8.85% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $76026 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 2.37% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Upper Scamander is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Upper Scamander
Beaumaris TAS 7215 is a small town located in the northeastern part of Tasmania, Australia. It is situated on the eastern shore of the picturesque Georges Bay and is surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes. The town is known for its quiet and peaceful atmosphere, making it an ideal place to live for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.
One of the main attractions of Beaumaris is its proximity to the Bay of Fires, a stunning stretch of coastline known for its crystal-clear waters, white sandy beaches, and orange lichen-covered rocks. The town is also home to a number of parks and reserves, including the Beaumaris Conservation Park, which offers visitors the chance to explore the local flora and fauna.
With an average of over 2200 hours of sunshine per year, Beaumaris is an excellent location for solar power production. The town's position on the east coast of Tasmania means that it receives plenty of sunlight throughout the day, making it an ideal location for solar panel installation. Solar power is a great way to reduce your carbon footprint and save money on your energy bills, and there are a number of reputable solar installers in Beaumaris who can help you get started.