Solar Power Profile - Bronte, NSW 2024
More than 582 homes in postcode 2024 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Bronte, Charing Cross and Waverley.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 4,364 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 17,355 kWh per day, or 6,335 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 $1,108,550.625 per year.
Bronte and 2024 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 4,624.55 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 38,537,917 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2024
358th
State Wide
1220th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Bronte
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Bronte: Bronte Surf Club - approx. 664 m
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Community Solar Statistics - Bronte, 2024
Bronte Demographics
Bronte and the postcode of 2024 has a total population of 10174 people, with a median age of 38 years. There are 4638 households in Bronte, with an average of 1 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 3197 per week per household.
About 51% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Bronte is $3900/month. By installing solar power in Bronte, the average household could save 4.09% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $35186 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 1.15% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Bronte is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Bronte
Bronte is a beautiful coastal suburb located in the eastern suburbs of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. It is known for its stunning beach, Bronte Beach, which is a popular spot for swimming, surfing, and sunbathing. The town also has a range of cafes, restaurants, and shops, making it a great place to spend a day out with family and friends.
Bronte experiences a temperate climate with warm summers and mild winters. The town receives an average of 7.2 hours of sunshine per day, providing ample opportunity for solar power generation. With the right solar panel angle and orientation, households and businesses in Bronte can take advantage of the abundant sunshine to produce clean and renewable energy, reducing their reliance on fossil fuels and lowering their carbon footprint.
Installing solar energy systems in Bronte can bring significant financial benefits to homeowners and businesses, including reduced electricity bills and potential income from selling excess energy back to the grid. There are several reputable solar installers in the area who can help residents make the most of the town's sunny climate and favourable conditions for solar power generation.