Solar Power Profile - Winmalee, NSW 2777
More than 2816 homes in postcode 2777 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Winmalee, Hawkesbury Heights, Springwood, Sun Valley, Valley Heights and Yellow Rock.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 15,979 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 60,129 kWh per day, or 21,947 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,341.375 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $3,840,739.875 per year.
Winmalee and 2777 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 16,021.31 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 133,510,917 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2777
119th
State Wide
422nd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Winmalee
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Winmalee: Winmalee (pentlands Drive) - approx. 1.4 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Winmalee, 2777
Winmalee Demographics
Winmalee and the postcode of 2777 has a total population of 17090 people, with a median age of 44 years. There are 6868 households in Winmalee, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.6 with a median income of 2014 per week per household.
About 79% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Winmalee is $2167/month. By installing solar power in Winmalee, the average household could save 5.16% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $44328 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 1.28% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Winmalee is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Winmalee
Hawkesbury Heights is a small town located in the Blue Mountains region of New South Wales, Australia. It is situated at an altitude of approximately 600 meters, providing stunning views of the surrounding landscape. The town is known for its peaceful atmosphere and natural beauty, making it a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.
One of the main attractions of Hawkesbury Heights is the abundance of hiking trails in the area. Visitors can explore the Blue Mountains National Park, which features several local mountain ranges such as the Grose Valley and the Jamison Valley. The town is also home to a number of parks and reserves, including the Hawkesbury Heights Lookout and the Yellomundee Regional Park.
With its high altitude and sunny climate, Hawkesbury Heights is an ideal location for solar power. The town receives an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it a prime spot for solar panel installation. Solar power is a great way to reduce energy costs and decrease reliance on fossil fuels. By installing solar panels, residents and businesses in Hawkesbury Heights can take advantage of the town's sunny climate to generate their own clean, renewable energy.