Solar Power Profile - Upper Stowport, TAS 7321
More than 533 homes in postcode 7321 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Upper Stowport, Black River, Boat Harbour, Boat Harbour Beach, Chasm Creek, Corinna, Cowrie Point, Crayfish Creek, Detention, East Cam, East Ridgley, Edgcumbe Beach, Guildford, Hampshire, Hellyer, Highclere, Luina, Mawbanna, Montumana, Mooreville, Natone, Parrawe, Port Latta, Ridgley, Rocky Cape, Savage River, Sisters Beach, Stowport, Tewkesbury, Tullah, Upper Natone, Waratah, West Mooreville, West Ridgley and Wiltshire.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 3,038 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 10,417 kWh per day, or 3,802 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,277.5 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $665,385.875 per year.
Upper Stowport and 7321 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 2,775.46 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 23,128,833 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 7321
36th
State Wide
1407th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Upper Stowport
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Upper Stowport: Ridgley - approx. 5.3 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Upper Stowport, 7321
Upper Stowport Demographics
Upper Stowport and the postcode of 7321 has a total population of 4525 people, with a median age of 46 years. There are 2462 households in Upper Stowport, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1341 per week per household.
About 63% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Upper Stowport is $1213/month. By installing solar power in Upper Stowport, the average household could save 8.78% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $75420 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 1.83% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Upper Stowport is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Upper Stowport
Black River is a small town located in the north-west region of Tasmania, Australia. It is situated on the banks of the Black River and surrounded by stunning mountain ranges, including the Dial Range, the Penguin Range, and the Black Bluff Range. The town is known for its picturesque scenery, tranquil atmosphere, and rich history.
One of the main attractions in Black River is the Black River Wildlife Sanctuary, which is home to a variety of native wildlife, including wallabies, echidnas, and Tasmanian devils. The town also has a number of walking trails that offer breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and forests.
Black River's location in Tasmania makes it an ideal place for solar power production. The town receives an average of 4.5 hours of sunshine per day, which is more than enough to power homes and businesses with solar panels. Solar installers in Black River can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields and minimize shading issues. By installing solar energy systems in Black River, residents can reduce their carbon footprint, save money on electricity bills, and contribute to a more sustainable future.