Solar Power Profile - Macquarie Park, NSW 2113
More than 1438 homes in postcode 2113 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Macquarie Park, Blenheim Road, East Ryde, Macquarie Centre and North Ryde.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 12,818 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 48,233 kWh per day, or 17,605 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $2,171.75 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $3,080,882.875 per year.
Macquarie Park and 2113 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 12,851.65 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 107,097,083 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2113
159th
State Wide
568th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Macquarie Park
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Macquarie Park: North Ryde Golf Club - approx. 1.5 km
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Macquarie Park Demographics
Macquarie Park and the postcode of 2113 has a total population of 25201 people, with a median age of 34 years. There are 12035 households in Macquarie Park, with an average of 1.1 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 2156 per week per household.
About 44% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Macquarie Park is $2600/month. By installing solar power in Macquarie Park, the average household could save 6.96% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $59817 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 1.94% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Macquarie Park is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Macquarie Park
Blenheim Road is a bustling street located in the heart of the suburb of Eastwood in New South Wales, postcode 2113. The town is known for its vibrant cultural scene, with a range of restaurants, cafes, and shops lining the street. Visitors can enjoy a stroll through the Eastwood Night Markets, held on Saturday evenings, or take a trip to the nearby Brush Farm Park for a picnic or a game of cricket.
With an average of 240 sunny days per year, Blenheim Road is an ideal location for solar power. The town's latitude of 33.8 degrees south and longitude of 151.1 degrees east means that solar panels should be installed facing north for maximum sun exposure. However, shading can be an issue in some areas, so it's important to consult with a qualified solar installer to determine the optimal placement of solar panels.
By installing solar panels in Blenheim Road, residents and businesses can take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine to generate their own clean, renewable energy. Solar power can help reduce electricity bills and carbon emissions, while also increasing the value of a property. With a range of government incentives and rebates available, there's never been a better time to invest in solar energy in Blenheim Road.