Solar Power Profile - Bergen, QLD 4353
More than 91 homes in postcode 4353 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Bergen, Mount Darry, East Cooyar and Haden.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 582 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 2,649 kWh per day, or 967 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,852.375 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $169,204.875 per year.
Bergen and 4353 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 705.91 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 5,882,583 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 4353
376th
State Wide
2148th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Bergen
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Bergen: Goombungee Post Office - approx. 5.4 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Bergen, 4353
Bergen Demographics
Bergen and the postcode of 4353 has a total population of 307 people, with a median age of 44 years. There are 136 households in Bergen, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.7 with a median income of 1281 per week per household.
About 71% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Bergen is $1565/month. By installing solar power in Bergen, the average household could save 9.86% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $84762 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 2.78% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Bergen is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Bergen
BERGEN QLD 4353 is a small town located in the Darling Downs region of Queensland, Australia. The town is known for its picturesque surroundings, including rolling hills and stunning mountain ranges such as the Great Dividing Range and the Bunya Mountains. Visitors to the area can enjoy a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, camping, and birdwatching.
With an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, BERGEN QLD 4353 is an ideal location for solar power. The town experiences a warm, subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters, making it an excellent location for solar panel installation. Solar power can help residents and businesses in BERGEN QLD 4353 to reduce their carbon footprint and save money on energy bills.
There are a number of local solar installers in BERGEN QLD 4353 who can help residents and businesses to take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine. These installers can advise on the optimal angle and orientation for solar panels, as well as any potential shading issues that may affect solar yields. With the help of a local solar installer, residents and businesses in BERGEN QLD 4353 can enjoy the benefits of renewable energy while contributing to a more sustainable future.