Solar Power Profile - Merungle Hill, NSW 2705
More than 1724 homes in postcode 2705 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Merungle Hill, Brobenah, Calorafield, Corbie Hill, Gogeldrie, Leeton, Murrami, Stanbridge, Wamoon and Whitton.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 15,020 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 65,462 kWh per day, or 23,894 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $2,427.25 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $4,181,385.25 per year.
Merungle Hill and 2705 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 17,442.62 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 145,355,167 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2705
129th
State Wide
462nd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Merungle Hill
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Merungle Hill: Yanco Regulator - approx. 1.7 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Merungle Hill, 2705
Merungle Hill Demographics
Merungle Hill and the postcode of 2705 has a total population of 9395 people, with a median age of 38 years. There are 4098 households in Merungle Hill, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 1429 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 Merungle Hill is $1300/month. By installing solar power in Merungle Hill, the average household could save 15.56% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $133708 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 3.27% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Merungle Hill is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Merungle Hill
BROBENAH is a small town located in the Riverina region of New South Wales, Australia. It is situated on the banks of the Murrumbidgee River and is surrounded by picturesque landscapes and natural beauty. The town boasts a rich history, with many historic buildings and landmarks to explore, including the Brobenah Bridge, which was built in 1928 and is still in use today.
With an average of over 6 hours of sunshine per day, BROBENAH is an ideal location for solar power. The town's location in the Riverina region means that it experiences a warm and sunny climate, with mild winters and hot summers. This makes it an excellent location for solar panel installation, as the optimal angle and orientation of the panels can be easily achieved.
By installing solar panels in BROBENAH, residents and businesses can take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine to generate their own renewable energy. This not only reduces their reliance on fossil fuels, but also helps to lower their energy bills and reduce their carbon footprint. There are many reputable solar installers in the area who can help residents and businesses to design and install a solar power system that meets their specific needs and requirements.