Solar Power Profile - Chatswood West, NSW 2067
More than 958 homes in postcode 2067 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Chatswood West and Chatswood.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 6,275 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 24,359 kWh per day, or 8,891 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 $1,555,931.125 per year.
Chatswood West and 2067 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 6,490.43 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 54,086,917 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 2067
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Solar Power in Chatswood West
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Chatswood West: Chatswood Bowling Club - approx. 1.7 km
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Chatswood West Demographics
Chatswood West and the postcode of 2067 has a total population of 25585 people, with a median age of 38 years. There are 11302 households in Chatswood West, with an average of 1.1 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 2185 per week per household.
About 42% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Chatswood West is $3000/month. By installing solar power in Chatswood West, the average household could save 4.44% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $38119 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 1.41% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Chatswood West is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Chatswood West
Chatswood West is a suburb located in the Lower North Shore of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. It is situated approximately 10 kilometers north-west of the Sydney central business district. The suburb is known for its beautiful parks, including the Lane Cove National Park, which is a popular spot for hiking and picnicking. Another attraction is the Chatswood Golf Course, which is a 9-hole course with stunning views of the city skyline.
Chatswood West has a temperate climate with warm summers and mild winters. The average temperature in summer is around 25°C, while in winter it is around 10°C. The suburb receives an average of 2,200 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar panel installers in Chatswood West can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. However, potential shading issues should be taken into consideration when installing solar panels.
Installing solar panels in Chatswood West can provide many benefits, including reducing energy bills and carbon footprint. The abundant sunshine in the area makes it an ideal location for producing solar power. Homeowners and businesses can take advantage of government incentives and rebates to install solar panels. By doing so, they can not only save money but also contribute to a cleaner and more sustainable future.