Solar Power Profile - Merriwa, NSW 2329
More than 359 homes in postcode 2329 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Merriwa, Borambil, Cassilis and Uarbry.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 2,674 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 11,210 kWh per day, or 4,092 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,980.125 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $716,038.75 per year.
Merriwa and 2329 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 2,987.16 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 24,893,000 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2329
429th
State Wide
1476th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Merriwa
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Merriwa: Merriwa (gummun Place) - approx. 204 m
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Community Solar Statistics - Merriwa, 2329
Merriwa Demographics
Merriwa and the postcode of 2329 has a total population of 1883 people, with a median age of 45 years. There are 965 households in Merriwa, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1224 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 Merriwa is $1224/month. By installing solar power in Merriwa, the average household could save 13.48% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $115851 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 3.11% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Merriwa is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Merriwa
Borambil is a small town located in the Upper Hunter region of New South Wales, Australia. It is situated approximately 270 km north of Sydney and 30 km south of Tamworth. The town is surrounded by beautiful mountain ranges, including the Liverpool Range, the Barrington Tops, and the Mount Royal Range. Borambil is known for its peaceful environment, friendly locals, and picturesque landscapes.
The weather in Borambil is generally sunny and warm, with an average of 7.5 hours of sunshine per day. This makes it an ideal location for solar power production. Solar installers in Borambil can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. However, potential shading issues should be taken into consideration when installing solar panels.
Investing in solar power in Borambil can provide numerous benefits, including reducing electricity bills, decreasing carbon footprint, and increasing property value. With the abundance of sunshine in the area, solar power is a viable and sustainable solution for meeting energy needs. Local businesses and residents can benefit from installing solar panels and contributing to the renewable energy movement.