Solar Panels in Smithfield
Local prices, rebates, sun and network figures for Smithfield, so you know the numbers before you talk to anyone. 71% of homes here already have solar.
South Australia, STC Zone 3. SA Power Networks network, with flexible exports available.
One Why Solar Approved installer, one free written quote, and fifteen minutes with a solar expert before you sign.
- Homes with solar
- 71%
- Peak sun hours a day
- 4.7
- Average system
- 6.1 kW
- Best feed-in tariff
- 10.4c
- Export limit
- 5 kW
- Optimal tilt
- 34°
- SAA installers in the area
- 28+
- Installations in 5114
- 9,454
189 batteries installed in the 5114 postcode area in the last 6 months (up 39%).
Solar potential in Smithfield
Smithfield receives 4.7 peak sun hours per day on average. The optimal panel angle is 34° facing north. Summer output is about 154% of winter.
| System | Average day | Year |
|---|---|---|
| 6.6 kW | 26.4 kWh | 9,624 kWh |
| 10 kW | 40 kWh | 14,582 kWh |
| 13 kW | 51.9 kWh | 18,956 kWh |
Daily/Monthly System Energy Output Estimates
Here's what you can expect to generate with various sized solar power systems in the Smithfield 5114 area, assuming good quality components, a suitable rooftop and professional, accredited solar installation.
Mean daily production for 6.6kW of solar panels in Smithfield, SA, 5114
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 the Smithfield area 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 Smithfield vs National Average
5114 has 71.1 systems per 100 homes, +114% vs the national average (33.3).
Based on 9,454 installations, 4.7 peak sun hours, 6.1kW avg system.
thermostatInsulation impact on solar savings in Smithfield
How much of your solar generation gets consumed by heating and cooling, based on your home's insulation quality. Data sourced from NatHERS climate zone 16 (Adelaide).
Higher self-consumption means less solar energy exported. In a well-insulated home, more generation is exported at the feed-in tariff rate rather than consumed by heating/cooling.
Based on ABCB NatHERS climate zone 16 load limits for a 150m² home. Actual consumption varies by home design, orientation, and occupant behaviour.
Grid connection in Smithfield
SA Power Networks
Your electricity network distributor for Smithfield.
- Export limit
- 5 kW
- Flexible exports available
- Days to connect
- 10
- Typical timeframe
- Pre-approval threshold
- 5 kW+
- Systems above it need approval
Feed-in tariffs in Smithfield
Best available rate
10.4c/kWh
from Alinta
Rate range in SA
Average electricity rate: 37.0c/kWh
Use it before you export it. With the feed-in tariff at 10.4c and usage at 37.0c, every kWh you use yourself saves you 26.6c more than exporting. A battery helps you use more of it.
See what Smithfield homeowners are paying
6.6 kW systems in 5114 range from $5,304 to $7,650 fully installed, after the $1,710 federal rebate.
How to choose a solar installer in Smithfield
SAA accreditation
Only use installers accredited by Solar Accreditation Australia (SAA). Accreditation is mandatory for STC rebate eligibility.
A written quote
Get a detailed quote from a vetted local installer. Prices in 5114 range from $5,304 to $7,650 for 6.6 kW.
Tier-1 equipment
Insist on tier-1 panels and a reputable inverter. This protects your 25-year performance warranty.
Local council requirements
No approval required
Most residential solar installations in SA are exempt under the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act 2016.
- Roof-mounted panels on residential buildings
- Systems under 10kW on single-phase
- No change to building structure
Your SAA installer will handle
- Grid connection application to your DNSP
- Electrical safety certificates
- STC rebate paperwork
- Meter upgrade coordination
Local government area
Smithfield 5114 is in the Gawler council area. Your installer will handle all necessary paperwork and approvals as part of the installation process.
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Data sources: CER, ABS, BOM, Global Solar Atlas
4.7 kWh/m²/day avg solar exposure · 9,454 installations in 5114 · 71% penetration · BOM station 3.9 km from Smithfield
Solar trends in Smithfield
- Growth on last year
- -10%
- 503 installs last year
- Average system size
- 6.1 kW
- Installed locally
- Batteries installed
- 756
- +39% growth rate
- Most popular inverter
- Goodwe
- Most installed locally
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