Solar Power Profile - Matraville, NSW 2036
More than 1996 homes in postcode 2036 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Matraville, Chifley, Eastgardens, Hillsdale, La Perouse, Little Bay, Malabar, Phillip Bay and Port Botany.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 13,748 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 55,006 kWh per day, or 20,077 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,788.5 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $3,513,508.25 per year.
Matraville and 2036 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 14,656.21 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 122,135,083 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2036
145th
State Wide
526th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Matraville
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Matraville: Little Bay (the Coast Golf Club) - approx. 3 km
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Matraville Demographics
Matraville and the postcode of 2036 has a total population of 30671 people, with a median age of 39 years. There are 13130 households in Matraville, with an average of 1 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.6 with a median income of 2050 per week per household.
About 50% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Matraville is $2760/month. By installing solar power in Matraville, the average household could save 5.4% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $46405 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 1.68% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Matraville is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Matraville
Chifley is a suburb located in the eastern part of Sydney, New South Wales, with a postcode of 2036. It is situated approximately 12 kilometers from the central business district of Sydney. The suburb is known for its quiet and peaceful environment, making it an ideal place for families to live. The area is surrounded by beautiful parks and reserves, including Heffron Park, which is a popular spot for sports and recreational activities.
Chifley enjoys a temperate climate with an average temperature of 18 degrees Celsius. The suburb experiences an average of 7 hours of sunshine per day, making it an excellent location for solar power. Solar installers in Chifley can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. However, potential shading issues should be considered when installing solar panels.
Installing solar energy in Chifley has many benefits, including reducing electricity bills, increasing property value, and contributing to a cleaner environment. The use of renewable energy sources such as solar power is an excellent way to reduce carbon emissions and combat climate change. By choosing solar power, residents of Chifley can take a step towards a sustainable future while enjoying the benefits of lower energy costs.