Solar Power Profile - Bonner, ACT 2914
More than 4577 homes in postcode 2914 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Bonner, Amaroo, Forde, Harrison, Jacka, Moncrieff and Throsby.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 34,811 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 143,428 kWh per day, or 52,351 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,980.125 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $9,161,463.5 per year.
Bonner and 2914 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 38,216.23 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 318,468,583 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2914
4th
State Wide
150th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Bonner
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Bonner: Gungahlin Lakes - approx. 2.9 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Bonner, 2914
Bonner Demographics
Bonner and the postcode of 2914 has a total population of 33554 people, with a median age of 31 years. There are 11233 households in Bonner, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 3.1 with a median income of 2841 per week per household.
About 64% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Bonner is $2167/month. By installing solar power in Bonner, the average household could save 7.61% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $65437 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 1.34% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Bonner is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Bonner
AMAROO ACT 2914 is a suburb located in the northern part of Canberra, Australia. The suburb is known for its peaceful and quiet environment, making it a great place to live for families and retirees. The suburb has several parks and playgrounds, including the Mulligans Flat Woodland Sanctuary, which offers visitors the opportunity to see several endangered species of birds and animals.
AMAROO ACT 2914 has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. The suburb enjoys an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar installers in the area can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximise solar yields. However, potential shading issues should be taken into consideration when installing solar panels.
The benefits of solar power in AMAROO ACT 2914 are numerous. With the suburb's high levels of sunshine, residents can save money on their energy bills by installing solar panels. Solar power is a renewable energy source, which means it is environmentally friendly and helps to reduce carbon emissions. Additionally, the Australian government offers several incentives for households and businesses that install solar panels, making it an affordable option for many.