Solar Power Profile - Kingscliff, NSW 2487
More than 3753 homes in postcode 2487 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Kingscliff, Casuarina, Chinderah, Cudgen, Duranbah, Fingal Head, Kings Forest and Stotts Creek.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 23,763 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 101,304 kWh per day, or 36,976 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,724.625 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $6,470,793 per year.
Kingscliff and 2487 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 26,992.48 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 224,937,333 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 2487
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Solar Power in Kingscliff
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Kingscliff: Kingscliff (marine Parade) - approx. 933 m
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Community Solar Statistics - Kingscliff, 2487
Kingscliff Demographics
Kingscliff and the postcode of 2487 has a total population of 13954 people, with a median age of 46 years. There are 6669 households in Kingscliff, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1542 per week per household.
About 62% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Kingscliff is $2230/month. By installing solar power in Kingscliff, the average household could save 6.44% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $55383 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 2.15% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Kingscliff is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Kingscliff
Casuarina is a coastal town located in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, Australia. It is situated just south of Kingscliff and north of Cabarita Beach. The town is known for its stunning beaches, pristine waterways, and lush greenery. Visitors can enjoy a range of outdoor activities such as swimming, surfing, fishing, and bushwalking. The town also boasts a variety of restaurants, cafes, and boutique shops.
Casuarina enjoys a subtropical climate with plenty of sunshine throughout the year. The town experiences an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar panel installers in Casuarina can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. The town also experiences minimal shading issues, which further enhances the potential for solar energy production.
The benefits of solar power in Casuarina are numerous. Solar energy is a clean and renewable source of energy that can significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions. It also provides homeowners and businesses with a reliable and cost-effective source of electricity. By installing solar panels, residents and businesses in Casuarina can take advantage of government incentives and rebates to offset the cost of installation. Solar power is a smart investment that can provide long-term savings and help protect the environment.