Solar Power Profile - Freshwater, NSW 2096
More than 943 homes in postcode 2096 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Freshwater, Curl Curl, Harbord and Queenscliff.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 6,068 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 23,843 kWh per day, or 8,703 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 $1,522,971.625 per year.
Freshwater and 2096 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 6,353.19 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 52,943,250 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 2096
291st
State Wide
1013rd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Freshwater
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Freshwater: Manly Dam - approx. 3.1 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Freshwater, 2096
Freshwater Demographics
Freshwater and the postcode of 2096 has a total population of 14229 people, with a median age of 37 years. There are 6325 households in Freshwater, with an average of 1 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 2901 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 Freshwater is $3207/month. By installing solar power in Freshwater, the average household could save 4.15% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $35658 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 1.06% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Freshwater is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Freshwater
Curl Curl is a beautiful coastal suburb located in the Northern Beaches region of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. It is situated between Freshwater and Dee Why, and is known for its stunning beach, which is a popular spot for surfing and swimming. The suburb is also home to a number of parks and reserves, including John Fisher Park and Curl Curl Lagoon Reserve, which offer plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation.
With an average of 2,600 hours of sunshine per year, Curl Curl is an ideal location for solar power. The town's sunny climate makes it an excellent place to install solar panels, which can help to reduce energy bills and lower carbon emissions. Solar installers in Curl Curl can advise on the best angle and orientation for solar panels to maximise solar yields, and can also help to identify and mitigate any potential shading issues.
By harnessing the power of the sun, residents and businesses in Curl Curl can benefit from renewable energy, reducing their reliance on fossil fuels and contributing to a more sustainable future. Installing solar panels can also increase the value of a property, making it a smart investment for homeowners and businesses alike.