Solar Power Profile - Currarong, NSW 2540
More than 9595 homes in postcode 2540 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Currarong, Nowra Naval Po, Wreck Bay, Bamarang, Barringella, Basin View, Beecroft Peninsula, Berrara, Bewong, Bolong, Boolijah, Bream Beach, Browns Mountain, Brundee, Buangla, Burrier, Callala Bay, Callala Beach, Cambewarra, Cambewarra Village, Comberton, Comerong Island, Cudmirrah, Culburra Beach, Erowal Bay, Ettrema, Falls Creek, Greenwell Point, Hmas Albatross, Hmas Creswell, Huskisson, Hyams Beach, Illaroo, Jerrawangala, Jervis Bay, Kinghorne, Longreach, Mayfield, Meroo Meadow, Mondayong, Moollattoo, Mundamia, Myola, Nowra Hill, Numbaa, Old Erowal Bay, Orient Point, Parma, Pyree, Sanctuary Point, St Georges Basin, Sussex Inlet, Swanhaven, Tallowal, Tapitallee, Terara, Tomerong, Tullarwalla, Twelve Mile Peg, Vincentia, Wandandian, Watersleigh, Wollumboola, Woollamia, Worrigee, Worrowing Heights, Wrights Beach, Yalwal and Yerriyong.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 56,039 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 217,544 kWh per day, or 79,404 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,469.125 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $13,895,623 per year.
Currarong and 2540 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 57,964.92 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 483,041,000 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2540
12th
State Wide
40th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Currarong
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Currarong: Point Perpendicular Aws - approx. 8.6 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Currarong, 2540
Currarong Demographics
Currarong and the postcode of 2540 has a total population of 43985 people, with a median age of 49 years. There are 26054 households in Currarong, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1275 per week per household.
About 53% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Currarong is $1733/month. By installing solar power in Currarong, the average household could save 7.06% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $60708 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 2.22% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Currarong is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Currarong
Bamarang is a small town located in the Shoalhaven region of New South Wales, Australia. The town is situated on the banks of the Shoalhaven River and is surrounded by stunning natural scenery, including the Cambewarra Range and the Morton National Park. Bamarang is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, with plenty of opportunities for hiking, fishing, and kayaking.
With an average of 7.5 hours of sunshine per day, Bamarang is an ideal location for solar power. The town enjoys a warm, temperate climate with mild winters and hot summers, making it the perfect place to install solar panels. Solar installers in Bamarang can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation, which can help to maximise solar yields. However, it's important to note that shading can be an issue in some areas, so it's important to work with a reputable solar installer who can help you to find the best location for your panels.
Installing solar energy in Bamarang can bring a range of benefits, including lower energy bills, reduced carbon emissions, and increased energy independence. With the town's abundant sunshine and stunning natural surroundings, it's no wonder that Bamarang is becoming an increasingly popular destination for solar power. Whether you're a homeowner looking to reduce your carbon footprint or a business owner looking to save on energy costs, solar power in Bamarang is a smart choice.