Solar Power Profile - Rookwood, NSW 2141
More than 1883 homes in postcode 2141 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Rookwood, Berala, Lidcombe and Lidcombe North.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 11,909 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 46,231 kWh per day, or 16,874 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 $2,953,005.125 per year.
Rookwood and 2141 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 12,318.02 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 102,650,167 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 2141
164th
State Wide
603rd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Rookwood
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Rookwood: Rookwood (hawthorne Ave) - approx. 519 m
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Community Solar Statistics - Rookwood, 2141
Rookwood Demographics
Rookwood and the postcode of 2141 has a total population of 30857 people, with a median age of 34 years. There are 11627 households in Rookwood, with an average of 1.1 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.9 with a median income of 1801 per week per household.
About 49% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Rookwood is $2253/month. By installing solar power in Rookwood, the average household could save 5.91% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $50757 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 1.71% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Rookwood is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Rookwood
Berala is a suburb located in the western part of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. This suburb is known for its multicultural community and is home to many shops, restaurants and parks. One of the most popular attractions in the area is the Berala Hotel, which has been serving the community for over 100 years. Other notable landmarks include the Berala Public School and the Berala Community Centre.
Berala experiences a temperate climate 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. With the right solar panel angle and orientation, homeowners and businesses in Berala can generate significant amounts of renewable energy and reduce their reliance on the grid. Solar installers in the area can help residents take advantage of the abundant sunshine and install solar panels on their rooftops.
The benefits of solar power in Berala are numerous. By installing solar panels, residents can reduce their electricity bills and save money in the long run. Solar power is also a clean and renewable energy source, which helps to reduce carbon emissions and protect the environment. With the help of solar installers in the area, homeowners and businesses can take advantage of the many benefits of solar power and contribute to a more sustainable future.