Solar Power Profile - Corrimal, NSW 2518
More than 2253 homes in postcode 2518 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Corrimal, Bellambi, Corrimal East, East Corrimal, Tarrawanna and Towradgi.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 14,494 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 55,228 kWh per day, or 20,158 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 $3,527,688.5 per year.
Corrimal and 2518 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 14,715.34 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 122,627,833 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 2518
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State Wide
599th
Australia Wide
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Corrimal: Woonona (popes Rd) - approx. 2.8 km
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Corrimal Demographics
Corrimal and the postcode of 2518 has a total population of 18805 people, with a median age of 41 years. There are 8486 households in Corrimal, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1434 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 Corrimal is $2167/month. By installing solar power in Corrimal, the average household could save 6.14% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $52772 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 2.14% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Corrimal is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Corrimal
Bellambi is a coastal suburb located in the city of Wollongong, New South Wales. It is situated approximately 70km south of Sydney and is known for its stunning beaches, scenic views, and relaxed atmosphere. The town is surrounded by the Illawarra Escarpment, which provides a picturesque backdrop to the area.
One of the main attractions of Bellambi is its beautiful beach, which is popular with both locals and tourists. The beach offers excellent swimming and surfing opportunities and is patrolled by lifeguards during the summer months. Other popular attractions in the area include the Bellambi Lagoon, which is a great spot for fishing and kayaking, and the Bellambi Point Lookout, which offers panoramic views of the coastline.
Bellambi's sunny climate makes it an ideal location for solar power. The town enjoys an average of 7 hours of sunshine per day, which is perfect for generating solar energy. Solar installers in Bellambi can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximise solar yields. While shading can be an issue in some areas, a professional solar installer can help to identify and mitigate any potential issues. By installing solar panels in Bellambi, residents can reduce their reliance on traditional energy sources and take advantage of the many benefits of renewable energy.