Solar Power Profile - Bloomsbury, QLD 4799
More than 382 homes in postcode 4799 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Bloomsbury and Midge Point.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 2,324 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 11,014 kWh per day, or 4,020 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 $703,519.25 per year.
Bloomsbury and 4799 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 2,934.6 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 24,455,000 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 4799
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Solar Power in Bloomsbury
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Bloomsbury: Bloomsbury - approx. 8 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Bloomsbury, 4799
Bloomsbury Demographics
Bloomsbury and the postcode of 4799 has a total population of 846 people, with a median age of 52 years. There are 536 households in Bloomsbury, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1105 per week per household.
About 55% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Bloomsbury is $1400/month. By installing solar power in Bloomsbury, the average household could save 11.03% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $94752 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 3.22% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Bloomsbury is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Bloomsbury
Bloomsbury is a small town located in the Mackay Region of Queensland, Australia. It is situated approximately 1,000 kilometres north of Brisbane and 130 kilometres south of Mackay. The town is surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, including the Eungella National Park and the Clarke Range. Visitors to Bloomsbury can enjoy hiking, camping, and birdwatching in these areas.
Bloomsbury experiences a tropical climate with hot and humid summers and mild winters. The town receives an average of 7 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. With the right solar panel angle and orientation, homeowners and businesses in Bloomsbury can benefit from high solar yields and significant savings on their energy bills.
By installing solar panels in Bloomsbury, residents can take advantage of the abundant sunshine and reduce their reliance on non-renewable energy sources. Solar power is a clean and sustainable energy option that can help to reduce carbon emissions and protect the environment. Additionally, there are a number of reputable solar installers in the area who can assist with the installation and maintenance of solar panels, making it easy for residents to switch to solar power.