Solar Power Profile - Ascot, QLD 4359
More than 355 homes in postcode 4359 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Ascot, Budgee, East Greenmount, Greenmount, Greenmount East, Hirstglen and West Haldon.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 2,316 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 10,480 kWh per day, or 3,825 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,916.25 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $669,410 per year.
Ascot and 4359 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 2,792.25 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 23,268,750 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 4359
298th
State Wide
1602nd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Ascot
Average kW per solar installation
Postcode 4359
Number of Home Solar Systems Installed
Postcode 4359
Daily Avg Sunshine in Ascot
Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Ascot: Navilloween - approx. 1.8 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Ascot, 4359
Ascot Demographics
Ascot and the postcode of 4359 has a total population of 1244 people, with a median age of 41 years. There are 536 households in Ascot, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.6 with a median income of 1625 per week per household.
About 74% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Ascot is $1313/month. By installing solar power in Ascot, the average household could save 12.16% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $104514 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 2.27% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Ascot is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Ascot
Ascot is a small town located in the Southern Downs region of Queensland, Australia. The town is surrounded by beautiful mountain ranges such as the Great Dividing Range and the Bunya Mountains. The town is known for its peaceful environment, fresh air, and scenic views, making it a perfect location for nature lovers and tourists.
With an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, Ascot is an ideal location for harnessing solar energy. The town's sunny weather and clear skies make it an excellent place for installing solar panels. Solar power is a clean and renewable energy source that can help reduce carbon emissions and save money on electricity bills. By installing solar panels, residents and businesses in Ascot can take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine and generate their own electricity.
There are several solar installers in the area that can help residents and businesses in Ascot to install solar panels. These solar installers can provide expert advice on the optimal solar panel angle and orientation, potential shading issues, and solar yields. By working with a reputable solar installer, residents and businesses in Ascot can ensure that their solar panels are installed correctly and efficiently, maximizing their solar energy production.