Solar Power Profile - Richardson, ACT 2905
More than 4390 homes in postcode 2905 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Richardson, Bonython, Calwell, Chisholm, Gilmore, Isabella Plains and Theodore.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 28,593 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 117,128 kWh per day, or 42,752 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,724.625 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $7,481,551 per year.
Richardson and 2905 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 31,208.96 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 260,074,667 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2905
5th
State Wide
181st
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Richardson
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Richardson: Tuggeranong (isabella Plains) Aws - approx. 2.2 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Richardson, 2905
Richardson Demographics
Richardson and the postcode of 2905 has a total population of 27631 people, with a median age of 37 years. There are 10741 households in Richardson, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.7 with a median income of 2311 per week per household.
About 74% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Richardson is $2000/month. By installing solar power in Richardson, the average household could save 7.19% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $61752 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 1.44% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Richardson is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Richardson
Bonython is a suburb located in the Tuggeranong district of Canberra, ACT 2905. It is situated in the southern part of the city and is known for its peaceful and family-friendly environment. The suburb is surrounded by several parks and reserves, including the Bonython Park, Stranger Pond, and Tuggeranong Hill Nature Reserve. These natural attractions offer a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of the city.
When it comes to solar power, Bonython has a lot of potential due to its location and weather conditions. The suburb enjoys an average of 7.5 hours of sunshine per day, which is ideal for solar energy production. Solar installers in Bonython can take advantage of this by installing solar panels at the optimal angle and orientation to maximise solar yields. However, potential shading issues should also be considered to ensure the best possible performance.
By investing in solar energy, residents of Bonython can enjoy significant cost savings on their electricity bills while also reducing their carbon footprint. Solar power is a renewable energy source that does not produce harmful emissions, making it an environmentally friendly choice. Additionally, the Australian government offers incentives for solar installations, such as the Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme (SRES) and feed-in tariffs, which can further reduce the cost of going solar in Bonython.