Solar Power Profile - East Kurrajong, NSW 2758
More than 1431 homes in postcode 2758 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of East Kurrajong, Berambing, Bilpin, Blaxlands Ridge, Kurrajong, Kurrajong Heights, Kurrajong Hills, Mount Tomah, Mountain Lagoon, The Devils Wilderness and Wheeny Creek.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 11,286 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 43,276 kWh per day, or 15,796 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,916.25 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $2,764,254.5 per year.
East Kurrajong and 2758 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 11,531.08 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 96,092,333 km worth of car emissions.
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Solar Power in East Kurrajong
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to East Kurrajong: Freemans Reach (dorothy St) - approx. 5.4 km
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East Kurrajong Demographics
East Kurrajong and the postcode of 2758 has a total population of 8598 people, with a median age of 43 years. There are 3111 households in East Kurrajong, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 3 with a median income of 2386 per week per household.
About 84% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in East Kurrajong is $2530/month. By installing solar power in East Kurrajong, the average household could save 6.31% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $54240 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 1.54% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in East Kurrajong is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About East Kurrajong
Located in the Blue Mountains region of New South Wales, Berambing is a small town with a population of just over 200 people. The town is surrounded by stunning natural beauty, including the Wollemi National Park and the Blue Mountains National Park. Visitors can enjoy hiking, camping, and wildlife spotting in these areas, as well as exploring the nearby towns of Bilpin and Kurrajong.
Berambing enjoys a sunny climate, with an average of 7 hours of sunshine per day. This makes it an ideal location for solar power, with many homes and businesses in the area opting to install solar panels. The optimal angle for solar panels in Berambing is around 30 degrees, facing north. However, shading can be an issue in some areas, so it's important to work with a reputable solar installer to ensure the best possible solar yield.
By installing solar panels in Berambing, residents and businesses can benefit from reduced energy bills, increased energy independence, and a reduced carbon footprint. Solar power is a clean and renewable source of energy, and by harnessing the power of the sun, Berambing can work towards a more sustainable future.