Solar Power Profile - Wattle Springs, NSW 2357
More than 1330 homes in postcode 2357 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Wattle Springs, Yearinan, Bomera, Box Ridge, Bugaldie, Coonabarabran, Dandry, Gowang, Purlewaugh, Rocky Glen, Tannabar and Ulamambri.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 6,471 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 28,666 kWh per day, or 10,463 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,405.25 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,831,040.75 per year.
Wattle Springs and 2357 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 7,637.99 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 63,649,917 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 2357
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Solar Power in Wattle Springs
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Wattle Springs: Coonabarabran Airport Aws - approx. 6.8 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Wattle Springs, 2357
Wattle Springs Demographics
Wattle Springs and the postcode of 2357 has a total population of 3377 people, with a median age of 50 years. There are 1704 households in Wattle Springs, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1145 per week per household.
About 62% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Wattle Springs is $1000/month. By installing solar power in Wattle Springs, the average household could save 11.71% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $100633 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 2.36% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Wattle Springs is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Wattle Springs
BOMERA NSW 2357 is a charming town located in the Central West region of New South Wales, Australia. The town is surrounded by beautiful natural scenery and is home to a number of local attractions and landmarks, including the BOMERA Dam and the nearby Mount Buckaroo.
With an average of over 6 hours of sunshine per day, BOMERA is an ideal location for solar power production and installation. The town's sunny weather and clear skies make it an excellent choice for those looking to harness the power of the sun and reduce their reliance on traditional energy sources. Additionally, the optimal solar panel angle and orientation in BOMERA ensures maximum solar yields, making it a great choice for solar installers and homeowners alike.
By investing in solar power in BOMERA, residents and businesses can not only save money on their energy bills, but also reduce their carbon footprint and help to create a more sustainable future. With the town's abundant sunshine and ideal solar conditions, BOMERA is the perfect place to take advantage of the benefits of renewable energy and make a positive impact on the environment.