Solar Power Profile - Whitlam, ACT 2611
More than 5865 homes in postcode 2611 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Whitlam, Coree, Stromlo, Bimberi, Brindabella, Chapman, Cooleman, Coombs, Denman Prospect, Duffy, Fisher, Holder, Mount Stromlo, Pierces Creek, Rivett, Stirling, Uriarra, Uriarra Forest, Uriarra Village, Waramanga, Weston, Weston Creek and Wright.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 42,104 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 166,454 kWh per day, or 60,756 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,788.5 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $10,632,249.25 per year.
Whitlam and 2611 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 44,351.88 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 369,599,000 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2611
2nd
State Wide
84th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Whitlam
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Whitlam: Mount Ginini Aws - approx. 7.5 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Whitlam, 2611
Whitlam Demographics
Whitlam and the postcode of 2611 has a total population of 34809 people, with a median age of 36 years. There are 14246 households in Whitlam, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.6 with a median income of 2482 per week per household.
About 71% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Whitlam is $2167/month. By installing solar power in Whitlam, the average household could save 6.88% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $59104 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 1.39% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Whitlam is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Whitlam
Bimberi is a small town located in New South Wales, Australia. The town is situated in the southeastern part of the state, close to the Australian Capital Territory border. Bimberi is known for its natural beauty and outdoor recreational opportunities. The town is surrounded by stunning mountain ranges, including the Brindabella Range, which offers breathtaking views and hiking trails.
Bimberi experiences a temperate climate, with warm summers and cool winters. The town receives an average of 4.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar installers in Bimberi can take advantage of the town's sunny weather and optimal solar panel angle and orientation to produce high yields of renewable energy.
Installing solar energy in Bimberi offers numerous benefits. Not only does it reduce reliance on fossil fuels, but it also helps to lower electricity bills and decrease carbon emissions. Solar power is a clean and sustainable source of energy that can help to power homes and businesses in Bimberi for years to come. With the help of experienced solar installers, residents of Bimberi can take advantage of the town's sunny weather and natural resources to produce their own renewable energy.