Solar Power Profile - Rhodes, NSW 2138
More than 657 homes in postcode 2138 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Rhodes, Concord West Dc, Concord West and Liberty Grove.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 4,892 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 18,525 kWh per day, or 6,762 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 $1,183,284.375 per year.
Rhodes and 2138 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 4,936.26 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 41,135,500 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 2138
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Solar Power in Rhodes
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Rhodes: Sydney Olympic Park Aws (archery Centre) - approx. 1.4 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Rhodes, 2138
Rhodes Demographics
Rhodes and the postcode of 2138 has a total population of 18783 people, with a median age of 34 years. There are 8618 households in Rhodes, with an average of 1.1 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 2248 per week per household.
About 45% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Rhodes is $2573/month. By installing solar power in Rhodes, the average household could save 5.79% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $49778 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 1.53% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Rhodes is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Rhodes
Concord West is a charming suburb located in the Inner West region of Sydney, New South Wales. It is situated approximately 15 kilometers west of the Sydney central business district and is bordered by the Parramatta River to the north. The suburb is known for its quiet tree-lined streets, beautiful parks, and vibrant community.
One of the main attractions in Concord West is the beautiful Bayview Park, which offers stunning views of the Parramatta River and is a popular spot for picnics and barbecues. Another popular attraction is the Concord Golf Club, which is one of the oldest golf clubs in Australia and is renowned for its challenging course and beautiful surroundings.
With its sunny climate and long daylight hours, Concord West is an ideal location for solar power. Homeowners and businesses in the area can benefit from installing solar panels on their roofs, which can help to reduce energy bills and lower carbon emissions. Solar installers in Concord West can provide expert advice on the optimal angle and orientation for solar panels, as well as any potential shading issues that may affect solar yields.