Solar Power Profile - Avoca Beach, NSW 2251
More than 4853 homes in postcode 2251 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Avoca Beach, Bensville, Bouddi, Copacabana, Davistown, Green Point, Kincumber, Kincumber South, Macmasters Beach, Picketts Valley, Saratoga and Yattalunga.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 29,992 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 117,857 kWh per day, or 43,018 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,533 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $7,528,115.875 per year.
Avoca Beach and 2251 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 31,403.14 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 261,692,833 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 2251
62nd
State Wide
199th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Avoca Beach
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Avoca Beach: Avoca Beach Bowling Club - approx. 2.1 km
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Avoca Beach Demographics
Avoca Beach and the postcode of 2251 has a total population of 32052 people, with a median age of 46 years. There are 14431 households in Avoca Beach, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.6 with a median income of 1717 per week per household.
About 67% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Avoca Beach is $2167/month. By installing solar power in Avoca Beach, the average household could save 5.9% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $50661 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 1.72% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Avoca Beach is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Avoca Beach
Avoca Beach is a picturesque coastal town located in the Central Coast region of New South Wales, Australia. The town is known for its stunning beach, which is perfect for swimming, surfing, and fishing. Visitors can also explore the Avoca Beach Picture Theatre, one of the oldest continuously operating cinemas in Australia. The town is also home to a range of cafes, restaurants, and boutique shops, making it a popular destination for tourists.
Avoca Beach enjoys a temperate climate with plenty of sunshine throughout the year. The town receives an average of 2,223 hours of sunshine annually, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar installers in Avoca Beach can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximise solar yields. While potential shading issues should be taken into account, the town's sunny weather makes it a great place to install solar panels for both residential and commercial properties.
Installing solar energy in Avoca Beach can provide a range of benefits, including lower electricity bills, reduced carbon emissions, and increased property value. With the Australian government offering incentives for renewable energy, there has never been a better time to invest in solar power in Avoca Beach. By working with experienced solar installers in the area, residents and businesses can take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine to generate their own clean energy and contribute to a more sustainable future.