Solar Power Profile - Balgowlah Heights, NSW 2093
More than 1901 homes in postcode 2093 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Balgowlah Heights, Balgowlah, Clontarf, Manly Vale and North Balgowlah.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 13,888 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 54,574 kWh per day, or 19,920 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,852.375 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $3,485,914.25 per year.
Balgowlah Heights and 2093 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 14,541.6 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 121,180,000 km worth of car emissions.
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Balgowlah Heights: Mosman (bapaume Road) - approx. 2.4 km
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Balgowlah Heights Demographics
Balgowlah Heights and the postcode of 2093 has a total population of 22573 people, with a median age of 40 years. There are 8899 households in Balgowlah Heights, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.7 with a median income of 2954 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 Balgowlah Heights is $3467/month. By installing solar power in Balgowlah Heights, the average household could save 4.45% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $38262 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 1.21% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Balgowlah Heights is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Balgowlah Heights
Balgowlah is a suburb located in the Northern Beaches of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. It is situated 12 kilometres north-east of the Sydney central business district and is known for its beautiful beaches, scenic walks, and great shopping and dining options. Balgowlah is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike, with many attractions such as the Balgowlah Heights Village Shopping Centre, North Harbour Reserve, and the Manly Scenic Walkway.
Balgowlah has a temperate climate with mild winters and warm summers. The town enjoys an average of 2,600 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar panels in Balgowlah should be installed facing north and angled at 30-35 degrees to maximise solar yields. However, shading issues should be taken into account when installing solar panels in Balgowlah, as trees and buildings can significantly impact solar power production.
Installing solar panels in Balgowlah can provide many benefits, including reduced energy bills, lower carbon emissions, and increased property value. There are many solar installers in Balgowlah that can help residents and businesses take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine and switch to renewable energy. By harnessing the power of the sun, Balgowlah can become a more sustainable and environmentally-friendly community, while also saving money on energy costs.