Solar Power Profile - Acacia Ridge, QLD 4110
More than 4516 homes in postcode 4110 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Acacia Ridge, Acacia Ridge Bc, Acacia Ridge Dc, Heathwood, Heathwood Df, Larapinta, Pallara and Willawong.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 39,422 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 173,693 kWh per day, or 63,398 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $2,427.25 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $11,094,640.375 per year.
Acacia Ridge and 4110 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 46,280.54 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 385,671,167 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 4110
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Solar Power in Acacia Ridge
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Acacia Ridge: Coopers Plains Alert - approx. 2.1 km
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Acacia Ridge Demographics
Acacia Ridge and the postcode of 4110 has a total population of 15660 people, with a median age of 32 years. There are 5613 households in Acacia Ridge, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.9 with a median income of 1906 per week per household.
About 57% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Acacia Ridge is $1950/month. By installing solar power in Acacia Ridge, the average household could save 10.37% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $89139 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 2.45% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Acacia Ridge is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Acacia Ridge
Acacia Ridge is a suburb located in the south of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. It is situated 15 kilometers from the Brisbane CBD and has a population of approximately 7,000 people. The suburb is known for its industrial area and is home to many warehouses and factories. However, it also has many parks and recreational areas, making it a great place to visit or live.
Acacia Ridge has a subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average temperature in summer is around 30°C, while in winter it is around 20°C. The suburb receives an average of 5.2 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. With the right solar panel angle and orientation, homeowners and businesses in Acacia Ridge can generate significant amounts of renewable energy and reduce their reliance on the grid.
Installing solar panels in Acacia Ridge can provide many benefits, including lower electricity bills, reduced carbon footprint, and increased property value. Solar installers in the area can help homeowners and businesses design and install solar systems that are tailored to their specific needs. With the abundance of sunshine in Acacia Ridge, solar power is a smart investment that can provide long-term savings and environmental benefits.