Solar Power Profile - Dee Why, NSW 2099
More than 2351 homes in postcode 2099 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Dee Why, Cromer Heights, Dee Why Beach, Wingala, Cromer, Narraweena and North Curl Curl.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 15,349 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 61,047 kWh per day, or 22,282 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 $3,899,377.125 per year.
Dee Why and 2099 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 16,265.86 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 135,548,833 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 2099
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State Wide
449th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Dee Why
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Dee Why: Long Reef Golf Club - approx. 2.6 km
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Dee Why Demographics
Dee Why and the postcode of 2099 has a total population of 41218 people, with a median age of 38 years. There are 17471 households in Dee Why, with an average of 1 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 2187 per week per household.
About 55% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Dee Why is $2700/month. By installing solar power in Dee Why, the average household could save 5.13% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $44048 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 1.46% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Dee Why is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Dee Why
Cromer is a suburb located in the Northern Beaches region of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. It is situated approximately 20 kilometres north-east of the Sydney CBD and is known for its beautiful beaches, parks, and bushland reserves. The suburb is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a popular destination for nature lovers and hikers.
With an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day and a moderate climate, Cromer is an ideal location for solar power installation. The optimal solar panel angle and orientation for Cromer is between 20 and 30 degrees facing north. While there may be some potential shading issues due to trees or nearby buildings, a reputable solar installer can help you identify and mitigate these issues to maximise your solar yield.
Installing solar power in Cromer not only helps reduce your carbon footprint but also provides significant financial benefits. By generating your own electricity, you can reduce your reliance on the grid and save money on your energy bills. Additionally, the Australian government offers incentives such as Small-scale Technology Certificates (STCs) to help offset the cost of solar installation. With the abundance of sunshine in Cromer and the benefits of solar power, it's no wonder that more and more residents are turning to solar energy.