Solar Power Profile - Goolhi, NSW 2379
More than 60 homes in postcode 2379 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Goolhi, Mullaley, Napier Lane and Nombi.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 441 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 1,997 kWh per day, or 729 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $2,107.875 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $127,558.375 per year.
Goolhi and 2379 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 532.17 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 4,434,750 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2379
590th
State Wide
2242nd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Goolhi
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Goolhi: Mullaley Post Office - approx. 8.9 km
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Goolhi Demographics
Goolhi and the postcode of 2379 has a total population of 263 people, with a median age of 43 years. There are 139 households in Goolhi, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.7 with a median income of 1474 per week per household.
About 49% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Goolhi is $575/month. By installing solar power in Goolhi, the average household could save 30.55% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $262521 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 2.75% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Goolhi is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Goolhi
GOOLHI is a small town located in the New South Wales region of Australia, with a population of just over 100 people. Despite its small size, the town is surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, including the nearby Warrumbungle National Park and the Pilliga Forest. Visitors to the area can enjoy hiking, camping, and birdwatching in these stunning natural areas.
With an average of over 5 hours of sunshine per day, GOOLHI is an ideal location for solar power production. Solar installers in the area can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. However, potential shading issues from nearby trees or buildings should also be taken into account when installing solar panels.
Investing in solar energy in GOOLHI not only benefits the environment, but it can also provide significant cost savings for residents and businesses. By reducing reliance on traditional energy sources, solar power can help to lower electricity bills and decrease carbon emissions. With the support of local solar installers, GOOLHI can become a shining example of the benefits of renewable energy.