Solar Power Profile - Wirragulla, NSW 2420
More than 801 homes in postcode 2420 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Wirragulla, Brownmore, Dingadee, Dusodie, Tillegra, Upper Chichester, Alison, Bandon Grove, Bendolba, Brookfield, Cambra, Chichester, Dungog, Flat Tops, Fosterton, Hanleys Creek, Hilldale, Main Creek, Marshdale, Martins Creek, Munni, Salisbury, Stroud Hill, Sugarloaf, Tabbil Creek, Underbank, Wallaringa and Wallarobba.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 5,063 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 19,895 kWh per day, or 7,262 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 $1,270,793.125 per year.
Wirragulla and 2420 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 5,301.26 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 44,177,167 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2420
313rd
State Wide
1117th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Wirragulla
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Wirragulla: Wallaringa - approx. 6.5 km
Featured Solar Installers Servicing Wirragulla
Sun2u Electrical & Solar
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Community Solar Statistics - Wirragulla, 2420
Wirragulla Demographics
Wirragulla and the postcode of 2420 has a total population of 3749 people, with a median age of 50 years. There are 1831 households in Wirragulla, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1235 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 Wirragulla is $1600/month. By installing solar power in Wirragulla, the average household could save 8.32% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $71472 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 2.49% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Wirragulla is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Wirragulla
ALISON is a small town located in the Mid North Coast region of New South Wales, Australia. The town is situated in a picturesque valley surrounded by rolling hills and lush forests, making it a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The town is home to several local landmarks, including the stunning Allyn River, which is a popular spot for swimming, fishing, and picnicking. Other attractions in the area include the scenic Barrington Tops National Park, which boasts several local mountain ranges such as the Mount Royal Range and the Barrington Range.
ALISON enjoys a warm and temperate climate, with plenty of sunshine throughout the year. The town experiences an average of 7 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power production. Solar installers in ALISON can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation, which allows for maximum solar yields. Additionally, the town's relatively low levels of shading make it an ideal location for solar panel installation, with minimal shading issues to contend with.
With its abundant sunshine and ideal location, ALISON is a prime location for solar power production and installation. Solar energy is a clean and renewable source of energy that can help reduce carbon emissions and combat climate change. By installing solar panels in ALISON, residents and businesses can take advantage of the town's sunny climate and enjoy significant savings on their energy bills. Additionally, solar power can help reduce the town's reliance on fossil fuels and promote a more sustainable future for the community.