Solar Power Profile - Ashmore City, QLD 4214
More than 8452 homes in postcode 4214 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Ashmore City, Arundel Bc, Arundel Dc, Arundel, Ashmore, Molendinar and Parkwood.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 52,856 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 236,658 kWh per day, or 86,380 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,788.5 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $15,116,529.75 per year.
Ashmore City and 4214 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 63,057.4 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 525,478,333 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 4214
22nd
State Wide
47th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Ashmore City
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Ashmore City: Southport Ridgeway Ave - approx. 2.3 km
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Ashmore City Demographics
Ashmore City and the postcode of 4214 has a total population of 36353 people, with a median age of 40 years. There are 13968 households in Ashmore City, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.7 with a median income of 1740 per week per household.
About 65% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Ashmore City is $1950/month. By installing solar power in Ashmore City, the average household could save 7.64% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $65681 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 1.98% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Ashmore City is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Ashmore City
Arundel is a suburb located in the Gold Coast region of Queensland, Australia. It is situated approximately 10 kilometres northwest of Surfers Paradise and has a population of around 10,000 residents. Arundel is known for its beautiful parks, nature reserves, and recreational areas, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
One of the main attractions in Arundel is the Coombabah Lakelands Conservation Area, which features a network of walking trails and boardwalks that wind through wetlands and eucalypt forests. Another popular spot is the Arundel Hills Country Club, which boasts an 18-hole championship golf course and stunning views of the surrounding mountain ranges.
Arundel's location in Queensland makes it an ideal place for solar power. The town receives an average of 245 sunny days per year, providing ample opportunity for solar panel installation and energy production. Additionally, the optimal solar panel angle for Arundel is around 27 degrees, and the best orientation is north-facing. While there may be some potential shading issues due to the surrounding trees and buildings, a reputable solar installer can help mitigate these issues and maximize solar yields. By harnessing the power of the sun, Arundel residents can enjoy lower energy bills, reduced carbon emissions, and increased energy independence.