Solar Power Profile - Merewether, NSW 2291
More than 1599 homes in postcode 2291 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Merewether, Merewether Heights and The Junction.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 9,903 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 40,331 kWh per day, or 14,721 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,596.875 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $2,576,142.625 per year.
Merewether and 2291 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 10,746.33 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 89,552,750 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2291
198th
State Wide
722nd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Merewether
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Merewether: Burwood Beach Wwtp - approx. 1.6 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Merewether, 2291
Merewether Demographics
Merewether and the postcode of 2291 has a total population of 13542 people, with a median age of 40 years. There are 5942 households in Merewether, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 2302 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 Merewether is $2500/month. By installing solar power in Merewether, the average household could save 5.32% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $45742 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 1.33% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Merewether is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Merewether
MEREWETHER is a suburb located in the city of Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia. It is situated approximately 3 kilometers south of the central business district and is known for its beautiful beaches, ocean baths, and scenic coastal views. The suburb is home to a number of heritage-listed sites, including the Merewether Ocean Baths and the Merewether Surfhouse.
With an average of 7 hours of sunshine per day, MEREWETHER is an ideal location for solar power installation. The optimal angle for solar panels in this area is between 20 and 30 degrees, facing north. However, shading can be an issue, particularly during the summer months. Despite this, solar yields in MEREWETHER are still high, making it a great location for solar power production.
By installing solar panels in MEREWETHER, residents and businesses can take advantage of the abundant sunshine to generate their own renewable energy. This not only reduces their reliance on fossil fuels but also helps to reduce their energy bills. Solar installers in MEREWETHER can help to design and install solar power systems that are tailored to the specific needs of each property, ensuring maximum efficiency and cost savings.