Solar Power Profile - Plumpton, NSW 2761
More than 5484 homes in postcode 2761 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Plumpton, Glendenning Dc, Colebee, Dean Park, Glendenning, Hassall Grove and Oakhurst.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 35,115 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 135,481 kWh per day, or 49,451 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 $8,653,848.875 per year.
Plumpton and 2761 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 36,099.23 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 300,826,917 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2761
35th
State Wide
127th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Plumpton
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Plumpton: Oakhurst (lawton Place) - approx. 1.1 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Plumpton, 2761
Plumpton Demographics
Plumpton and the postcode of 2761 has a total population of 33077 people, with a median age of 33 years. There are 10051 households in Plumpton, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 3.4 with a median income of 2223 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 Plumpton is $2167/month. By installing solar power in Plumpton, the average household could save 6.14% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $52772 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 1.38% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Plumpton is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Plumpton
COLEBEE NSW 2761 is a suburb located in the Blacktown City Council local government area in Greater Western Sydney. The suburb is named after the Aboriginal leader Colebee, who was one of the first people to have contact with British settlers in the area. Colebee is a rapidly growing suburb and is home to the Stonecutters Ridge Golf Club, which is a championship golf course designed by Greg Norman.
The weather in Colebee is typical of the Sydney region, with warm summers and mild winters. The suburb receives an average of 4.2 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. The optimal angle for solar panels in Colebee is 33.5 degrees, facing north. However, shading can be an issue in some areas, so it is important to consult with a professional solar installer to ensure maximum solar yields.
Installing solar power in Colebee can provide many benefits, including reducing electricity bills and decreasing reliance on non-renewable energy sources. By harnessing the power of the sun, residents and businesses in Colebee can contribute to a more sustainable future. Solar installers in the area can provide expert advice on the best solar solutions for individual needs, and can help navigate the government rebates and incentives available for solar installations.