Solar Power Profile - Palmers Island, NSW 2463
More than 2040 homes in postcode 2463 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Palmers Island, Ashby, Ashby Heights, Ashby Island, Brooms Head, Gulmarrad, Ilarwill, Jacky Bulbin Flat, James Creek, Maclean, Palmers Channel, Sandon, Shark Creek, Taloumbi, The Sandon, Townsend, Tullymorgan, Woodford and Woodford Island.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 11,959 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 51,265 kWh per day, or 18,712 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 $3,274,551.875 per year.
Palmers Island and 2463 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 13,659.76 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 113,831,333 km worth of car emissions.
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Solar Power in Palmers Island
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Palmers Island: Harwood Sugar Mill - approx. 3.8 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Palmers Island, 2463
Palmers Island Demographics
Palmers Island and the postcode of 2463 has a total population of 7635 people, with a median age of 52 years. There are 3583 households in Palmers Island, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1129 per week per household.
About 69% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Palmers Island is $1517/month. By installing solar power in Palmers Island, the average household could save 8.77% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $75383 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 2.72% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Palmers Island is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Palmers Island
ASHBY NSW 2463 is a charming town located in the Clarence Valley region of New South Wales, Australia. The town is situated on the North Coast railway line and is surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes. Visitors to the town can enjoy a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, fishing, and birdwatching. The town is also home to several historic landmarks, including the Ashby Railway Station and the Ashby Public School.
With an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, ASHBY NSW 2463 is an ideal location for solar power. The town experiences a warm and temperate climate, with temperatures rarely dropping below 10°C in winter and averaging around 30°C in summer. The optimal angle for solar panels in ASHBY is around 30-35°, facing north for maximum solar yield. Potential shading issues can be mitigated by careful placement of solar panels and regular maintenance.
Installing solar energy in ASHBY can provide a range of benefits, including reduced energy bills, lower carbon emissions, and increased energy independence. Solar power is a renewable energy source that can help to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and contribute to a more sustainable future. Local solar installers can provide expert advice on the best solar solutions for individual properties and can help to maximise the benefits of solar power in ASHBY.