Solar Power Profile - Birdsville, QLD 4482
More than 34 homes in postcode 4482 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Birdsville.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 405 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 2,091 kWh per day, or 763 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $3,896.375 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $133,562.625 per year.
Birdsville and 4482 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 556.99 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 4,641,583 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 4482
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State Wide
2269th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Birdsville
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Birdsville: Birdsville Airport - approx. 50 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Birdsville, 4482
Birdsville Demographics
Birdsville and the postcode of 4482 has a total population of 74 people, with a median age of 40 years. There are 67 households in Birdsville, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 1792 per week per household.
About 4% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Birdsville is $953/month. By installing solar power in Birdsville, the average household could save 34.07% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $292789 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 4.18% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Birdsville is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Birdsville
Birdsville is a small town located in the Channel Country of Central West Queensland, Australia. It is situated 1,590 km west of Brisbane and 720 km south of Mount Isa. The town is known for its remote location, rich history, and unique attractions, making it a popular destination for tourists.
One of the main attractions of Birdsville is the Birdsville Hotel, which was established in 1884 and is one of the most iconic hotels in Australia. The town is also home to the Big Red Sand Dune, which is the largest sand dune in the Simpson Desert and a popular spot for 4WD enthusiasts. Other attractions include the Birdsville Races, which are held annually in September, and the Birdsville Museum, which showcases the history and culture of the town.
Birdsville has a hot desert climate with long, hot summers and short, mild winters. The town receives an average of 11 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. With its remote location and limited access to the electricity grid, many residents and businesses in Birdsville have turned to solar power as a reliable and cost-effective source of energy. Solar installers in the area can help residents and businesses determine the optimal solar panel angle and orientation, as well as address potential shading issues to maximize solar yields.