Solar Power Profile - Bogan Gate, NSW 2876
More than 76 homes in postcode 2876 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Bogan Gate, Botfields, Gunning Gap, Gunningbland and Nelungaloo.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 431 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 1,897 kWh per day, or 692 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,596.875 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $121,170.875 per year.
Bogan Gate and 2876 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 505.16 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 4,209,667 km worth of car emissions.
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Solar Power in Bogan Gate
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Bogan Gate: Bogan Gate Post Office - approx. 5.1 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Bogan Gate, 2876
Bogan Gate Demographics
Bogan Gate and the postcode of 2876 has a total population of 406 people, with a median age of 40 years. There are 210 households in Bogan Gate, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.7 with a median income of 1353 per week per household.
About 60% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Bogan Gate is $1100/month. By installing solar power in Bogan Gate, the average household could save 12.1% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $103960 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 2.27% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Bogan Gate is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Bogan Gate
Located in the central west region of New South Wales, Bogan Gate is a small town with a population of just over 200 people. The town is surrounded by vast open plains and farmland, making it an ideal location for solar power production. Bogan Gate is also home to a number of historic buildings, including the Bogan Gate Hotel, which was built in 1929 and is still in operation today.
The weather in Bogan Gate is typical of the region, with hot summers and cool winters. The town receives an average of 7 hours of sunshine per day, making it an excellent location for solar power production. Solar installers in Bogan Gate can take advantage of the town's ideal solar panel orientation and angle, as well as minimal shading issues, to produce high yields of renewable energy.
Installing solar power in Bogan Gate can provide a number of benefits, including reduced electricity bills and a lower carbon footprint. By harnessing the power of the sun, residents and businesses in Bogan Gate can enjoy reliable and sustainable energy for years to come. Solar power is also an excellent investment, with potential returns on investment of up to 20%. Contact a local solar installer in Bogan Gate today to learn more about the benefits of solar power and how it can help you save money on your energy bills.