Solar Power Profile - Macdonalds Creek, NSW 2339
More than 138 homes in postcode 2339 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Macdonalds Creek, Big Jacks Creek, Braefield, Cattle Creek, Chilcotts Creek, Little Jacks Creek, Parraweena, Warrah, Warrah Creek and Willow Tree.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 751 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 3,041 kWh per day, or 1,110 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,405.25 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $194,243.875 per year.
Macdonalds Creek and 2339 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 810.3 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 6,752,500 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 2339
560th
State Wide
2072nd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Macdonalds Creek
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Macdonalds Creek: Mount Palmer - approx. 10 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Macdonalds Creek, 2339
Macdonalds Creek Demographics
Macdonalds Creek and the postcode of 2339 has a total population of 631 people, with a median age of 45 years. There are 316 households in Macdonalds Creek, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1312 per week per household.
About 60% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Macdonalds Creek is $1500/month. By installing solar power in Macdonalds Creek, the average household could save 7.81% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $67089 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 2.06% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Macdonalds Creek is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Macdonalds Creek
BIG JACKS CREEK is a small town located in the Upper Hunter region of New South Wales, Australia. The town is known for its beautiful natural scenery, with the surrounding mountain ranges providing a stunning backdrop. Visitors can explore the nearby Wollemi National Park, which is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna.
With an average of over 8 hours of sunshine per day, BIG JACKS CREEK is an ideal location for solar power. The town experiences a warm and temperate climate, with hot summers and mild winters. The optimal angle for solar panels in this region is between 20 and 30 degrees, facing north or north-east to maximise solar yields.
By installing solar energy systems in BIG JACKS CREEK, residents and businesses can take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine to generate their own renewable energy. Solar power is a clean and sustainable energy source that can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and lower electricity bills. Local solar installers can provide expert advice on the best solar solutions for homes and businesses in the area.