Solar Power Profile - Iluka, NSW 2466
More than 527 homes in postcode 2466 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Iluka, The Freshwater and Woody Head.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 3,035 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 13,298 kWh per day, or 4,854 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 $849,409.75 per year.
Iluka and 2466 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 3,543.42 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 29,528,500 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2466
415th
State Wide
1408th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Iluka
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Iluka: Iluka (owen St) - approx. 422 m
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Community Solar Statistics - Iluka, 2466
Iluka Demographics
Iluka and the postcode of 2466 has a total population of 1637 people, with a median age of 62 years. There are 1157 households in Iluka, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 1.9 with a median income of 834 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 Iluka is $1300/month. By installing solar power in Iluka, the average household could save 10.24% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $87966 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 3.68% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Iluka is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Iluka
Iluka is a charming coastal town located in New South Wales, Australia. It is situated at the mouth of the Clarence River and is surrounded by stunning natural beauty. The town boasts beautiful beaches, lush rainforests, and an abundance of wildlife, making it a popular destination for tourists and nature lovers alike.
Iluka enjoys a sunny and warm climate, with an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day. This makes it an ideal location for solar power production. With the help of solar installers, residents and businesses in Iluka can take advantage of this abundant sunshine to produce clean and renewable energy. Solar panels can be installed at an optimal angle and orientation to maximise solar yields and minimise shading issues.
The benefits of solar power in Iluka are numerous. By producing their own energy, residents and businesses can reduce their reliance on the grid and save money on their electricity bills. Solar power is also a clean and renewable source of energy, which helps to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. By installing solar panels, Iluka can become a leader in renewable energy and set an example for other towns and cities to follow.