Solar Power Profile - Chester Hill, NSW 2162
More than 1462 homes in postcode 2162 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Chester Hill and Sefton.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 9,874 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 38,332 kWh per day, or 13,991 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,660.75 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $2,448,456.5 per year.
Chester Hill and 2162 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 10,213.43 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 85,111,917 km worth of car emissions.
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Chester Hill: Potts Hill Reservoir - approx. 2.6 km
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Chester Hill Demographics
Chester Hill and the postcode of 2162 has a total population of 18705 people, with a median age of 34 years. There are 6184 households in Chester Hill, with an average of 1 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 3.2 with a median income of 1404 per week per household.
About 54% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Chester Hill is $2167/month. By installing solar power in Chester Hill, the average household could save 6.39% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $54882 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 Chester Hill is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Chester Hill
Chester Hill is a suburb located in the western part of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. It is situated 25 kilometers away from the central business district of Sydney. The suburb is known for its peaceful and quiet environment, making it an ideal location for families and retirees. Chester Hill has a mix of residential and commercial areas, with a variety of shops, cafes, and restaurants.
With its location in Australia, Chester Hill has a sunny climate, with an average of 240 sunny days per year. This makes it an excellent location for solar power production. Solar installers can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. However, potential shading issues must also be taken into consideration to ensure that the solar panels receive maximum sunlight.
Installing solar energy in Chester Hill has many benefits, including reducing carbon emissions, lowering electricity bills, and increasing property value. With the increasing demand for renewable energy, solar power is an excellent investment for homeowners and businesses in Chester Hill. Solar power can also help the town achieve its sustainability goals and reduce its reliance on non-renewable energy sources.