Solar Power Profile - Bogan, NSW 2826
More than 45 homes in postcode 2826 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Bogan and Nevertire.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 294 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 1,338 kWh per day, or 488 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,916.25 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $85,464.75 per year.
Bogan and 2826 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 356.24 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 2,968,667 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2826
600th
State Wide
2363rd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Bogan
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Bogan: Nevertire (the Oaks) - approx. 1.4 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Bogan, 2826
Bogan Demographics
Bogan and the postcode of 2826 has a total population of 165 people, with a median age of 46 years. There are 68 households in Bogan, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.6 with a median income of 1375 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 Bogan is $1520/month. By installing solar power in Bogan, the average household could save 10.51% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $90281 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 2.68% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Bogan is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Bogan
Located in the central west region of New South Wales, Bogan is a small town with a population of around 200 people. The town is surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, including the Bogan River, which is a popular spot for fishing and swimming. Visitors can also explore the nearby Goonoo Goonoo National Park, which is home to a range of wildlife and offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape.
With an average of around 8 hours of sunshine per day, Bogan is an ideal location for solar power. The town experiences hot summers and cool winters, with average temperatures ranging from 17°C to 32°C in summer and 2°C to 15°C in winter. Solar panel installers in Bogan can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximise solar yields and minimise shading issues.
Installing solar energy in Bogan can provide a range of benefits, including reducing energy bills, decreasing reliance on non-renewable energy sources, and reducing carbon emissions. With the Australian government offering incentives for solar power installation, now is a great time for residents and businesses in Bogan to consider making the switch to solar energy. By working with local solar installers, residents can take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine to generate clean, renewable energy for their homes and businesses.