Solar Power Profile - Cottage Point, NSW 2084
More than 453 homes in postcode 2084 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Cottage Point, Akuna Bay, Duffys Forest and Terrey Hills.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 3,961 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 15,280 kWh per day, or 5,577 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $2,171.75 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $976,010 per year.
Cottage Point and 2084 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 4,071.21 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 33,926,750 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2084
374th
State Wide
1262nd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Cottage Point
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Cottage Point: Berowra (goodwyn Road) - approx. 4.9 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Cottage Point, 2084
Cottage Point Demographics
Cottage Point and the postcode of 2084 has a total population of 3550 people, with a median age of 47 years. There are 1258 households in Cottage Point, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 3 with a median income of 2882 per week per household.
About 79% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Cottage Point is $3200/month. By installing solar power in Cottage Point, the average household could save 5.66% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $48601 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 1.45% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Cottage Point is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Cottage Point
Located in the Northern Beaches region of Sydney, Akuna Bay is a picturesque town that offers a unique blend of natural beauty and modern amenities. The town is situated on the shores of the Hawkesbury River, providing stunning views of the water and surrounding mountains. Visitors can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and boating, or simply relax and take in the peaceful surroundings.
Akuna Bay is an ideal location for solar power due to its abundant sunshine hours and relatively mild weather. The town receives an average of 5.5 hours of sunlight per day, making it an excellent candidate for solar panel installation. Additionally, the town's location provides optimal solar panel orientation and minimal shading issues, resulting in high solar yields for homeowners and businesses.
By installing solar panels in Akuna Bay, residents and businesses can reduce their reliance on traditional energy sources and take advantage of the many benefits of renewable energy. Solar power is not only environmentally friendly, but it can also save homeowners and businesses money on their energy bills. Local solar installers can help residents and businesses design and install solar panel systems that are tailored to their specific needs, ensuring maximum energy efficiency and cost savings.