Solar Power Profile - Cobbora, NSW 2844
More than 357 homes in postcode 2844 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Cobbora, Birriwa, Dunedoo and Leadville.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 2,119 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 9,336 kWh per day, or 3,408 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 $596,337 per year.
Cobbora and 2844 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 2,487.84 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 20,732,000 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2844
461st
State Wide
1592nd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Cobbora
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Cobbora: Cobbora (kundiawa) - approx. 2.2 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Cobbora, 2844
Cobbora Demographics
Cobbora and the postcode of 2844 has a total population of 1180 people, with a median age of 51 years. There are 644 households in Cobbora, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 1020 per week per household.
About 56% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Cobbora is $1083/month. By installing solar power in Cobbora, the average household could save 12.78% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $109815 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 3.13% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Cobbora is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Cobbora
Birriwa is a small town located in the central west region of New South Wales, Australia. The town is situated on the banks of the Cudgegong River and surrounded by rolling hills and farmland. Birriwa is a peaceful and picturesque town that offers visitors a chance to relax and enjoy the natural beauty of the area.
One of the main attractions of Birriwa is the nearby Wollemi National Park, which is home to the stunning Wollemi Pine and a range of other native flora and fauna. Visitors can explore the park on foot or by bike, taking in the breathtaking views of the sandstone cliffs, canyons and waterfalls.
Birriwa is an ideal location for solar power due to its high levels of sunshine and minimal shading issues. With an optimal solar panel angle of around 30 degrees and a north-facing orientation, solar yields in Birriwa are excellent. There are a number of solar installers operating in the area, offering a range of solar power solutions for homes and businesses. Installing solar energy in Birriwa not only helps to reduce energy bills but also reduces carbon emissions, making it an environmentally friendly choice.