Solar Power Profile - Merrylands, NSW 2160
More than 2196 homes in postcode 2160 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Merrylands and Merrylands West.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 15,671 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 60,461 kWh per day, or 22,068 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 $3,861,946.375 per year.
Merrylands and 2160 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 16,109.64 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 134,247,000 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 2160
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Solar Power in Merrylands
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Merrylands: Merrylands (welsford Street) - approx. 1.3 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Merrylands, 2160
Merrylands Demographics
Merrylands and the postcode of 2160 has a total population of 36126 people, with a median age of 33 years. There are 13326 households in Merrylands, with an average of 1.1 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 3 with a median income of 1455 per week per household.
About 45% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Merrylands is $2051/month. By installing solar power in Merrylands, the average household could save 7.27% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $62447 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 2.36% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Merrylands is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Merrylands
Merrylands is a suburb located in the western part of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. It is situated 25 kilometers west of the central business district of Sydney and is part of the Greater Western Sydney region. The suburb is home to a diverse community and offers a range of amenities, including shopping centers, parks, and recreational facilities. Merrylands is a great location for solar power installations due to its high levels of sunshine and favorable weather conditions.
The suburb experiences a temperate climate, with hot summers and mild winters. The average temperature in Merrylands ranges from 17°C to 27°C, with January being the hottest month and July being the coldest. The suburb receives an average of 2,500 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal location for solar power installations. Solar panels installed in Merrylands can generate significant amounts of energy throughout the year, reducing reliance on traditional energy sources and lowering energy bills.
Installing solar panels in Merrylands can provide numerous benefits, including reduced energy bills, lower carbon footprint, and increased property value. Solar power is a clean and renewable energy source that can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. By installing solar panels, residents and businesses in Merrylands can take advantage of the abundant sunshine and generate their own electricity. There are several reputable solar installers in the area that can help residents and businesses design and install solar power systems that are tailored to their specific needs and requirements.