Solar Power Profile - Mount Warrigal, NSW 2528
More than 2771 homes in postcode 2528 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Mount Warrigal, Barrack Heights, Barrack Point, Lake Illawarra, Warilla and Windang.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 15,522 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 59,148 kWh per day, or 21,589 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,341.375 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $3,778,078.5 per year.
Mount Warrigal and 2528 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 15,759.97 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 131,333,083 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 2528
149th
State Wide
513rd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Mount Warrigal
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Mount Warrigal: Mount Warrigal (reddall Parade) - approx. 545 m
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Mount Warrigal Demographics
Mount Warrigal and the postcode of 2528 has a total population of 22272 people, with a median age of 45 years. There are 10106 households in Mount Warrigal, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1166 per week per household.
About 59% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Mount Warrigal is $1842/month. By installing solar power in Mount Warrigal, the average household could save 6.07% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $52149 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 2.21% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Mount Warrigal is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Mount Warrigal
Barrack Heights is a suburb located in the Shellharbour City Council area of New South Wales, Australia. It is situated on the coast of the Tasman Sea, just south of Wollongong. The town is known for its beautiful beaches, including Warilla Beach and Little Lake, which are popular spots for swimming, surfing, and fishing. Visitors can also enjoy a variety of local shops, restaurants, and cafes, as well as the nearby Shellharbour City Centre.
Barrack Heights enjoys a temperate climate with mild winters and warm summers. The town receives an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar installers in Barrack Heights can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. However, potential shading issues should be taken into consideration when installing solar panels in the area.
By investing in solar power, residents of Barrack Heights can reduce their carbon footprint and save money on their energy bills. Solar energy is a clean and renewable source of power that can help to reduce reliance on fossil fuels. Solar power can also increase the value of a property and provide a reliable source of energy during power outages. With the help of local solar installers, residents of Barrack Heights can take advantage of the town's sunny climate and enjoy the many benefits of solar power.