Solar Power Profile - Mount Colah, NSW 2079
More than 907 homes in postcode 2079 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Mount Colah.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 5,912 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 22,670 kWh per day, or 8,275 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,596.875 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,448,046.25 per year.
Mount Colah and 2079 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 6,040.75 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 50,339,583 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 2079
309th
State Wide
1090th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Mount Colah
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Mount Colah: Mount Kuring-gai (ledora Farm) - approx. 3.7 km
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Mount Colah Demographics
Mount Colah and the postcode of 2079 has a total population of 7711 people, with a median age of 40 years. There are 2768 households in Mount Colah, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.9 with a median income of 2505 per week per household.
About 78% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Mount Colah is $2544/month. By installing solar power in Mount Colah, the average household could save 5.23% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $44951 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 1.23% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Mount Colah is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Mount Colah
MOUNT COLAH NSW 2079 is a charming suburb located in the Upper North Shore region of Sydney, Australia. The town is surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, including the Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park and the Berowra Valley Regional Park. Residents and visitors alike can enjoy hiking, picnicking, and exploring the local flora and fauna.
With its sunny climate and high levels of solar radiation, MOUNT COLAH NSW 2079 is an ideal location for solar power. The town experiences an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it a great place to install solar panels and generate renewable energy. Local solar installers can help residents take advantage of this abundant natural resource and reduce their reliance on fossil fuels.
By installing solar panels in MOUNT COLAH NSW 2079, residents can benefit from reduced energy bills, increased energy independence, and a smaller carbon footprint. Solar power can also increase the value of a property and help to protect against rising energy costs. With its sunny climate and beautiful natural surroundings, MOUNT COLAH NSW 2079 is the perfect place to embrace solar power and enjoy the benefits of renewable energy.