Solar Power Profile - Wirrimah, NSW 2803
More than 77 homes in postcode 2803 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Wirrimah, Bendick Murrell and Crowther.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 710 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 3,028 kWh per day, or 1,105 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $2,491.125 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $193,413.5 per year.
Wirrimah and 2803 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 806.65 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 6,722,083 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2803
562nd
State Wide
2084th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Wirrimah
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Wirrimah: Greenethorpe (iandra) - approx. 5.5 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Wirrimah, 2803
Wirrimah Demographics
Wirrimah and the postcode of 2803 has a total population of 268 people, with a median age of 54 years. There are 159 households in Wirrimah, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1187 per week per household.
About 68% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Wirrimah is $1192/month. By installing solar power in Wirrimah, the average household could save 17.42% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $149660 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 4.04% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Wirrimah is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Wirrimah
Bendick Murrell is a small town located in the central west region of New South Wales, Australia. The town is situated in the Weddin Shire and has a population of just over 300 people. Despite its small size, Bendick Murrell has a lot to offer visitors, including its picturesque rural setting, charming local shops and cafes, and a range of outdoor activities.
One of the main attractions in Bendick Murrell is the Weddin Mountains National Park, which is located just a short drive from the town centre. The park is home to a range of stunning natural features, including rugged mountain ranges, deep gorges, and scenic walking trails. The park is also a great place to spot local wildlife, such as kangaroos, wallabies, and a range of bird species.
Bendick Murrell is a great location for solar power, with an average of over 5 hours of sunshine per day. The town's location in the central west region of New South Wales means that it experiences a warm and sunny climate, with hot summers and mild winters. This makes it an ideal location for solar power, with the potential for high solar yields throughout the year. Solar installers in Bendick Murrell can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation, as well as its low potential for shading issues, to provide efficient and effective solar power solutions to local residents and businesses.