Solar Panels in Onkaparinga Hills 5163
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wb_sunnySolar Potential in Onkaparinga Hills
Daily Solar Generation
Onkaparinga Hills receives 4.7 peak sun hours per day on average. This translates to excellent solar generation potential.
Annual Production
Daily/Monthly System Energy Output Estimates
Here's what you can expect to generate with various sized solar power systems in the Onkaparinga Hills area, assuming good quality components, a suitable rooftop and professional, accredited solar installation.
Mean daily production for 6.6kW of solar panels in Onkaparinga Hills, SA, 5163
Estimates based on 4.7 peak sun hours and 80% system efficiency. Actual output varies with panel orientation, shading, and weather.
Monthly Solar Irradiation
Average daily solar energy (kWh/m²/day) reaching Onkaparinga Hills throughout the year compared to the Australian national average.
Based on Bureau of Meteorology solar exposure data. Actual values may vary based on weather conditions.
Solar in Onkaparinga Hills vs National Average
How Onkaparinga Hills 5163 compares to the rest of Australia for solar adoption.
Combined capacity of all 3,903 solar systems in the 5163 postcode area.
Calculations based on 4.7 peak sun hours, 5.3kW average system size, and 0.68 kg CO₂/kWh grid emissions factor.
electric_meterGrid Connection in Onkaparinga Hills
SA Power Networks
Your electricity network distributor for Onkaparinga Hills
paymentsFeed-in Tariffs in Onkaparinga Hills
Self-consumption tip: With Feed-in Tariff (FIT) at 9.3c and usage at 36.5c, every kWh you use yourself saves you 27.2c more than exporting. Consider a battery to maximise savings.
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Planning and approval requirements for solar installation in Onkaparinga Hills, SA.
No Approval Required
Most residential solar installations in SA are exempt under the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act 2016.
- checkRoof-mounted panels on residential buildings
- checkSystems under 10kW on single-phase
- checkNo change to building structure
Local Government Area
Onkaparinga Hills 5163 is in the Onkaparinga council area.
Your installer will handle all necessary paperwork and approvals as part of the installation process.
Your CEC Installer Will Handle
- checkGrid connection application to your DNSP
- checkElectrical safety certificates
- checkSTC rebate paperwork
- checkMeter upgrade coordination
cloudWeather & Solar Data Sources
Solar irradiation data for Onkaparinga Hills is sourced from official meteorological records.
Bureau of Meteorology
Nearest station: Noarlunga
Coordinates: 35°8'60" S 138°30'0" E
~4.0 km from Onkaparinga Hills centre
View BOM dataopen_in_newGlobal Solar Atlas
Satellite-derived solar resource data
Location: 35.1433°S, 138.5428°E
View satellite dataopen_in_newSolar irradiation values are long-term averages. Actual conditions vary with weather, season, and microclimate factors. Data sources: Bureau of Meteorology (Australia), Global Solar Atlas (World Bank/ESMAP).
savingsRebates in SA
Federal STC Rebate
Up to $2,800 (6.6kW)- checkAll residential properties
Home Battery Scheme
Up to $2,000- checkSA residents
- checkEnergy concession holders get extra
System Prices in Onkaparinga Hills
*Prices after federal STC rebate. Excludes state rebates.
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Your Solar ROI
Based on 6.6kW system, 30% self-consumption, current tariffs
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Solar FAQ for Onkaparinga Hills
How much does solar cost in Onkaparinga Hills?
A typical 6.6kW solar system in Onkaparinga Hills costs $5,304 - $7,650 after the federal STC rebate. Prices vary based on panel quality, inverter choice, and installation complexity.
What's the payback period for solar in Onkaparinga Hills?
With 4.7 sun hours per day and current electricity prices, most Onkaparinga Hills households see payback within 3.5 years. This assumes 30% self-consumption - adding a battery can improve this significantly.
What rebates are available in SA?
SA residents can access the federal STC rebate (approximately $1,779 for a 6.6kW system) plus state rebates up to $varies.
What feed-in tariff can I get in Onkaparinga Hills?
Feed-in tariffs in Onkaparinga Hills range from 6.0c to 12.0c per kWh. The best currently available is 9.3c/kWh from Red Energy.
Can I export solar power in Onkaparinga Hills?
Yes, SA Power Networks allows exports up to 5kW per phase in Onkaparinga Hills. Flexible exports are available, which may allow higher exports during low-demand periods.
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