Solar Power Profile - Oyster Bay, NSW 2225
More than 535 homes in postcode 2225 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Oyster Bay and Caravan Head.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 3,690 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 14,414 kWh per day, or 5,261 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,724.625 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $920,694.25 per year.
Oyster Bay and 2225 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 3,840.53 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 32,004,417 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2225
385th
State Wide
1305th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Oyster Bay
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Oyster Bay: Oyster Bay (green Point Road) - approx. 501 m
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Community Solar Statistics - Oyster Bay, 2225
Oyster Bay Demographics
Oyster Bay and the postcode of 2225 has a total population of 5415 people, with a median age of 40 years. There are 1811 households in Oyster Bay, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 3.1 with a median income of 3204 per week per household.
About 87% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Oyster Bay is $3165/month. By installing solar power in Oyster Bay, the average household could save 4.54% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $39022 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 1.04% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Oyster Bay is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Oyster Bay
CARAVAN HEAD is a small suburb located in the southern part of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. It is situated on the western shore of the Kogarah Bay and is surrounded by beautiful beaches and parks. The town has a population of around 1,500 people and is known for its peaceful and relaxing atmosphere.
One of the main attractions in CARAVAN HEAD is the Kogarah Bay, which is a popular spot for fishing, boating, and other water activities. The town is also home to several parks and reserves, including the Caravan Head Reserve and the Scarborough Park, which offer great opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation.
CARAVAN HEAD is an ideal location for solar power installation due to its sunny weather and optimal solar panel orientation. The town enjoys an average of 7 hours of sunshine per day, which makes it an excellent place for producing solar energy. Solar installers in CARAVAN HEAD can take advantage of the town's location and install solar panels at the optimal angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. With the increasing demand for renewable energy, installing solar panels in CARAVAN HEAD can help homeowners and businesses reduce their carbon footprint and save money on their energy bills.