Solar Power Profile - Weston, NSW 2326
More than 1375 homes in postcode 2326 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Weston, Abermain, Bishops Bridge, Loxford, Neath and Sawyers Gully.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 8,503 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 33,820 kWh per day, or 12,344 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 $2,160,252.5 per year.
Weston and 2326 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 9,011.12 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 75,092,667 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2326
236th
State Wide
833rd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Weston
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Weston: Kurri Kurri Bowling Club - approx. 3.6 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Weston, 2326
Weston Demographics
Weston and the postcode of 2326 has a total population of 7470 people, with a median age of 38 years. There are 2935 households in Weston, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.7 with a median income of 1373 per week per household.
About 73% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Weston is $1517/month. By installing solar power in Weston, the average household could save 8.77% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $75383 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 2.24% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Weston is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Weston
Located in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, Abermain is a small town with a population of just over 1,600 people. The town is situated in the Cessnock City Council area and is surrounded by picturesque countryside, including the stunning Hunter Valley wine region. Abermain is known for its friendly community and relaxed lifestyle, making it a popular destination for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.
One of the main attractions of Abermain is the abundance of natural beauty that surrounds the town. The nearby Werakata National Park offers visitors the chance to explore the stunning mountain ranges and bushland that make up this unique area. Other popular attractions in Abermain include the local community centre, which hosts a range of events and activities throughout the year, and the Abermain Eisteddfod, a popular music and arts festival that takes place annually.
With its sunny climate and high levels of solar radiation, Abermain is an ideal location for producing solar power. The town enjoys an average of 6.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it an excellent location for installing solar panels. Solar installers in Abermain can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation, as well as the lack of shading issues in the area. This means that solar yields in Abermain are high, making it an excellent location for those looking to invest in renewable energy.