Solar Power Profile - O'malley, ACT 2606
More than 981 homes in postcode 2606 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of O'malley, O’malley, Phillip Dc, Chifley, Lyons, Phillip, Swinger Hill and Woden.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 7,324 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 30,000 kWh per day, or 10,950 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 $1,916,250 per year.
O'malley and 2606 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 7,993.5 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 66,612,500 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2606
18th
State Wide
907th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in O'malley
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to O'malley: Mawson (bernacchi St) - approx. 1.5 km
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O'malley Demographics
O'malley and the postcode of 2606 has a total population of 11524 people, with a median age of 34 years. There are 5887 households in O'malley, with an average of 1 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 2156 per week per household.
About 50% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in O'malley is $1800/month. By installing solar power in O'malley, the average household could save 9.17% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $78778 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 1.77% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in O'malley is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About O'malley
Chifley is a suburb located in the southern part of Canberra, Australia. It is a quiet and peaceful residential area with a population of around 2,500 people. The suburb is known for its beautiful parks and green spaces, including the Chifley Nature Reserve and the Mount Taylor Nature Reserve. These reserves offer stunning views of the surrounding mountain ranges, including the Brindabella Range and the Tuggeranong Range.
Chifley has a moderate climate with warm summers and cool winters. The suburb receives an average of 8.2 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar installers in Chifley can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. However, potential shading issues should be taken into consideration when installing solar panels.
The benefits of solar power in Chifley are numerous. By installing solar energy systems, residents can reduce their reliance on traditional energy sources and lower their electricity bills. Solar power is also a renewable energy source, which means it is environmentally friendly and helps to reduce carbon emissions. Additionally, the Australian government offers incentives for homeowners who install solar panels, making it an affordable option for many households. With its abundant sunshine and beautiful natural surroundings, Chifley is the perfect location for solar power.