Solar Power Profile - Mitchells Island, NSW 2430
More than 7531 homes in postcode 2430 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Mitchells Island, Happy Valley, Kolodong, Taree Dc, Taree West, Black Head, Bohnock, Bootawa, Brimbin, Cabbage Tree Island, Chatham, Croki, Cundletown, Diamond Beach, Dumaresq Island, Failford, Ghinni Ghinni, Glenthorne, Hallidays Point, Hillville, Jones Island, Kiwarrak, Koorainghat, Kundle Kundle, Lansdowne, Lansdowne Forest, Manning Point, Melinga, Mondrook, Old Bar, Oxley Island, Pampoolah, Possum Brush, Purfleet, Rainbow Flat, Red Head, Saltwater, Tallwoods Village, Taree, Taree South, Tinonee, Upper Lansdowne and Wallabi Point.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 43,356 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 178,633 kWh per day, or 65,201 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,533 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $11,410,182.875 per year.
Mitchells Island and 2430 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 47,596.73 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 396,639,417 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2430
27th
State Wide
82nd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Mitchells Island
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Mitchells Island: Harrington (oxley Anchorage Caravan Park - approx. 7 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Mitchells Island, 2430
Mitchells Island Demographics
Mitchells Island and the postcode of 2430 has a total population of 33732 people, with a median age of 49 years. There are 15936 households in Mitchells Island, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1107 per week per household.
About 63% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Mitchells Island is $1500/month. By installing solar power in Mitchells Island, the average household could save 8.52% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $73188 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 2.66% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Mitchells Island is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Mitchells Island
Black Head is a charming coastal town located in the Mid North Coast region of New South Wales, Australia. It is situated 335 kilometres north of Sydney and 27 kilometres south of Forster. The town is known for its stunning beaches, clear blue waters, and lush greenery. Visitors can enjoy a range of outdoor activities such as swimming, surfing, fishing, and hiking. The town also boasts a variety of local shops, cafes, and restaurants, providing visitors with a taste of the local cuisine.
Black Head experiences a warm and temperate climate, with an average temperature of 21 degrees Celsius. The town enjoys an average of 7 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar panels should be installed facing north and tilted at an angle of 30-35 degrees to maximise solar yield. The town is also free from significant shading issues, making it an excellent location for solar power installation.
Black Head is an excellent location for solar power, with its abundant sunshine and lack of shading issues. Installing solar panels in the town can help reduce energy costs and carbon footprint, while also contributing to the growth of the local solar industry. Solar installers in Black Head can help residents and businesses take advantage of the town's solar potential, providing expert advice and installation services. By investing in solar power, residents and businesses in Black Head can benefit from reduced energy costs and a cleaner, more sustainable future.