Solar Power Profile - Ballandean, QLD 4382
More than 136 homes in postcode 4382 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Ballandean, Girraween, Lyra, Somme, Sundown and Wyberba.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 1,016 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 4,478 kWh per day, or 1,634 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $2,107.875 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $286,032.25 per year.
Ballandean and 4382 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 1,192.82 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 9,940,167 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 4382
348th
State Wide
1929th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Ballandean
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Ballandean: Ballandean Post Office - approx. 88 m
Featured Solar Installers Servicing Ballandean
Community Solar Statistics - Ballandean, 4382
Ballandean Demographics
Ballandean and the postcode of 4382 has a total population of 449 people, with a median age of 53 years. There are 236 households in Ballandean, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1278 per week per household.
About 63% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Ballandean is $1343/month. By installing solar power in Ballandean, the average household could save 13.08% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $112397 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 3.17% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Ballandean is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Ballandean
BALLANDEAN QLD 4382 is a small town located in the Southern Downs Region of Queensland, Australia. It is situated in the heart of the Granite Belt wine region, known for its stunning vineyards and wineries. The town is surrounded by picturesque landscapes, including rugged mountain ranges and granite boulders, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts.
BALLANDEAN QLD 4382 is blessed with abundant sunshine throughout the year, making it an ideal location for producing solar power. The town experiences an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, with the highest levels of solar radiation occurring in the summer months. With the right solar panel angle and orientation, homeowners and businesses in BALLANDEAN can benefit from high solar yields and significant savings on their energy bills.
By installing solar energy systems in BALLANDEAN QLD 4382, residents and businesses can reduce their carbon footprint and contribute to a more sustainable future. Solar power is a clean and renewable energy source that can help reduce dependence on fossil fuels and decrease greenhouse gas emissions. Solar installers in the area can provide expert advice on the best solar solutions for individual needs and ensure optimal performance and efficiency of solar panels.