Solar Power Profile - Watsons Bay, NSW 2030
More than 719 homes in postcode 2030 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Watsons Bay, Diamond Bay, Dover Heights, Hmas Watson, Rose Bay North and Vaucluse.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 5,825 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 22,196 kWh per day, or 8,102 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,980.125 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,417,769.5 per year.
Watsons Bay and 2030 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 5,914.46 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 49,287,167 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2030
296th
State Wide
1034th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Watsons Bay
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Watsons Bay: Watsons Bay (hmas Watson) - approx. 371 m
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Watsons Bay Demographics
Watsons Bay and the postcode of 2030 has a total population of 13421 people, with a median age of 42 years. There are 5399 households in Watsons Bay, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.8 with a median income of 3481 per week per household.
About 66% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Watsons Bay is $4329/month. By installing solar power in Watsons Bay, the average household could save 3.81% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $32756 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 1.09% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Watsons Bay is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Watsons Bay
Located in the eastern suburbs of Sydney, Diamond Bay is a picturesque coastal town in New South Wales, Australia. It is a small, quiet suburb with a population of around 1,000 people. The town is surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes, including the Diamond Bay Reserve and the Diamond Bay Cliffs, which offer stunning views of the ocean. Other notable features include the Diamond Bay Bowling Club and the Diamond Bay Sports Field.
Diamond Bay enjoys a temperate climate, with warm summers and mild winters. The town receives an average of 2,600 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal location for solar power. With the right solar panel angle and orientation, homeowners and businesses in Diamond Bay can generate their own renewable energy and reduce their reliance on the grid. Solar installers in the area can help residents determine the best solar system for their needs and ensure optimal performance.
By installing solar panels in Diamond Bay, residents can enjoy a range of benefits, including lower energy bills, reduced carbon emissions, and increased property value. Solar power is a clean and sustainable source of energy that can help reduce Australia's dependence on fossil fuels. With the abundant sunshine in Diamond Bay, it is an excellent location for solar power and a great way for residents to contribute to a more sustainable future.