Solar Power Profile - Merrigal, NSW 2827
More than 967 homes in postcode 2827 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Merrigal, Bearbong, Biddon, Breelong, Collie, Curban and Gilgandra.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 5,439 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 24,872 kWh per day, or 9,078 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,660.75 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,588,699 per year.
Merrigal and 2827 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 6,626.94 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 55,224,500 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2827
306th
State Wide
1081st
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Merrigal
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Merrigal: Gulargambone (the Maze) - approx. 13.7 km
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Merrigal Demographics
Merrigal and the postcode of 2827 has a total population of 3174 people, with a median age of 46 years. There are 1623 households in Merrigal, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1133 per week per household.
About 55% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Merrigal is $1083/month. By installing solar power in Merrigal, the average household could save 12.78% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $109815 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 2.82% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Merrigal is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Merrigal
BEARBONG NSW 2827 is a small town located in the Central West region of New South Wales, Australia. The town is situated in a picturesque valley surrounded by rolling hills and farmland. The town has a population of around 200 people and is known for its friendly locals and relaxed country lifestyle.
One of the main attractions of BEARBONG is the stunning natural scenery. The town is located in close proximity to several national parks, including the Warrumbungle National Park and the Mount Kaputar National Park. These parks offer visitors the opportunity to explore the rugged mountain ranges, hike through ancient forests, and enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.
With its sunny climate and long daylight hours, BEARBONG is an ideal location for solar power. The town receives an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it an excellent location for solar panel installation. Solar power is a clean and renewable energy source that can help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and lower energy costs. By installing solar panels, residents and businesses in BEARBONG can take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine and enjoy the benefits of solar power.