Solar Power Profile - Iron Gates, NSW 2473
More than 896 homes in postcode 2473 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Iron Gates, Bundjalung, Doonbah, Evans Head and South Evans Head.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 4,199 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 18,400 kWh per day, or 6,716 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,341.375 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,175,300 per year.
Iron Gates and 2473 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 4,902.68 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 40,855,667 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 2473
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Solar Power in Iron Gates
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Iron Gates: Evans Head Raaf Bombing Range Aws - approx. 7.3 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Iron Gates, 2473
Iron Gates Demographics
Iron Gates and the postcode of 2473 has a total population of 2942 people, with a median age of 54 years. There are 1687 households in Iron Gates, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.1 with a median income of 1058 per week per household.
About 51% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Iron Gates is $1601/month. By installing solar power in Iron Gates, the average household could save 6.98% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $59999 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 2.44% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Iron Gates is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Iron Gates
BUNDJALUNG is a small town located in New South Wales, Australia. It is situated on the north coast of NSW, near the Queensland border. The town is known for its beautiful beaches and national parks, which attract tourists from all over the world. Some of the popular attractions in the town include the Bundjalung National Park, which is home to a variety of wildlife, and the stunning beaches such as Pippi Beach and Main Beach.
BUNDJALUNG has a warm and sunny climate, with plenty of sunshine hours throughout the year. The town experiences mild winters and hot summers, making it an ideal location for solar power. With an optimal solar panel angle and orientation, potential shading issues are minimal, and solar yields are high. This makes BUNDJALUNG an excellent location for solar power installation, and there are many solar installers in the area who can help you with your solar needs.
Installing solar energy in BUNDJALUNG has many benefits. Not only does it help reduce your carbon footprint, but it also helps you save money on your energy bills. With the abundance of sunshine in the area, you can generate a significant amount of renewable energy for your home or business. By installing solar power, you can take advantage of the many benefits of renewable energy and help create a more sustainable future for the town and the planet.