Solar Power Profile - Apsley, NSW 2820
More than 1194 homes in postcode 2820 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Apsley, North Yeoval, Arthurville, Bakers Swamp, Bodangora, Comobella, Curra Creek, Dripstone, Farnham, Gollan, Lake Burrendong, Maryvale, Medway, Montefiores, Mookerawa, Mount Aquila, Mount Arthur, Mumbil, Nanima, Neurea, Spicers Creek, Stuart Town, Suntop, Walmer, Wellington, Wuuluman and Yarragal.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 7,251 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 31,773 kWh per day, or 11,597 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 $2,029,500.375 per year.
Apsley and 2820 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 8,465.81 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 70,548,417 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2820
253rd
State Wide
911st
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Apsley
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Apsley: Wellington (d&j Rural) - approx. 4.8 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Apsley, 2820
Apsley Demographics
Apsley and the postcode of 2820 has a total population of 5772 people, with a median age of 41 years. There are 2853 households in Apsley, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1122 per week per household.
About 57% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Apsley is $1083/month. By installing solar power in Apsley, the average household could save 13.27% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $114039 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 2.96% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Apsley is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Apsley
Apsley is a charming town located in the western region of New South Wales, Australia. It is situated in the Walgett Shire local government area and is approximately 600km northwest of Sydney. The town is known for its rich agricultural land, stunning natural scenery, and friendly locals. Apsley is also an ideal location for solar power as it receives an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, making it an excellent place for solar panel installation.
One of the town's main attractions is the Apsley Falls, which is a series of waterfalls that cascade over the rugged rocks of the Macquarie River. Visitors can take a scenic walk to the falls and enjoy the breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. Another popular attraction is the Mount Kaputar National Park, which is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including several rare and endangered species.
With its abundant sunshine and clear skies, Apsley is an ideal location for solar power. Solar panels installed in the town can generate a significant amount of electricity, which can be used to power homes and businesses. Solar power is a renewable source of energy that is environmentally friendly and can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions. By installing solar panels, residents of Apsley can also reduce their energy bills and save money in the long run. Solar installers in the town can help residents choose the right type of solar panels and install them at the optimal angle and orientation to maximise solar yields.