Solar Power Profile - Werris Creek, NSW 2341
More than 280 homes in postcode 2341 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Werris Creek.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 1,857 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 8,181 kWh per day, or 2,986 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,852.375 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $522,561.375 per year.
Werris Creek and 2341 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 2,179.78 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 18,164,833 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2341
479th
State Wide
1669th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Werris Creek
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Werris Creek: Werris Creek (yandilla) - approx. 2.7 km
Featured Solar Installers Servicing Werris Creek
Eco Energy & Solar Solutions
1009 Armidale Road, 2340LG Solar Power Specialist & Authorised Solar Partner.
Tamworth: Solar & Electrical service
New South Wales, 2340Powering Your Home and Business with Solar Energy
Community Solar Statistics - Werris Creek, 2341
Werris Creek Demographics
Werris Creek and the postcode of 2341 has a total population of 1359 people, with a median age of 50 years. There are 681 households in Werris Creek, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 941 per week per household.
About 65% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Werris Creek is $906/month. By installing solar power in Werris Creek, the average household could save 17.04% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $146416 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 3.79% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Werris Creek is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Werris Creek
Werris Creek is a charming town located in the Liverpool Plains region of New South Wales, Australia. It is known for its rich railway history and is home to the Australian Railway Monument and Rail Journeys Museum. The town also boasts a number of parks and gardens, including the Anzac Park and the Werris Creek Community Garden.
Werris Creek enjoys a warm and temperate climate, with an average annual temperature of 18.2°C. The town receives abundant sunshine throughout the year, with an average of 7.5 hours of sunshine per day. This makes it an ideal location for solar power generation, with the potential for high solar yields.
Installing solar energy systems in Werris Creek can provide numerous benefits, including reduced energy bills, lower carbon emissions, and increased energy independence. Solar installers in the area can help homeowners and businesses design and install solar systems that are optimised for the town's climate and geography. With the right solar panel angle and orientation, potential shading issues can be minimised, and solar yields can be maximised. By embracing renewable energy, Werris Creek can lead the way in sustainable living and help to create a brighter future for generations to come.