Solar Power Profile - Quanda, NSW 2828
More than 217 homes in postcode 2828 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Quanda, Armatree, Black Hollow, Bourbah, Gulargambone, Mount Tenandra, Tonderburine and Warrumbungle.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 1,357 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 6,041 kWh per day, or 2,205 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,788.5 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $385,868.875 per year.
Quanda and 2828 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 1,609.65 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 13,413,750 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 2828
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Solar Power in Quanda
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Quanda: Warrumbungle (miagunyah) - approx. 11.7 km
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Quanda Demographics
Quanda and the postcode of 2828 has a total population of 680 people, with a median age of 44 years. There are 333 households in Quanda, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1107 per week per household.
About 56% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Quanda is $460/month. By installing solar power in Quanda, the average household could save 32.4% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $278432 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 3.11% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Quanda is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Quanda
Armatree is a small town located in the central west region of New South Wales, Australia. The town is situated in the Warrumbungle Shire, approximately 50 km north of Gilgandra. Armatree is known for its peaceful and picturesque surroundings, with rolling hills and open plains providing a stunning backdrop to the town.
Despite its small size, Armatree offers a range of attractions and features for visitors and residents alike. The town is home to a number of historic buildings, including the Armatree Hotel, which has been operating since 1923. Other attractions include the Armatree War Memorial, the Armatree Public School, and the Armatree Recreation Grounds.
With its sunny climate and clear skies, Armatree is an ideal location for solar power. The town enjoys an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, making it a prime spot for solar panel installation. By installing solar panels, residents and businesses in Armatree can reduce their reliance on traditional energy sources and take advantage of the many benefits of renewable energy.