Solar Power Profile - Buchan Point, QLD 4879
More than 4996 homes in postcode 4879 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Buchan Point, Clifton Beach, Ellis Beach, Kewarra Beach, Palm Cove, Trinity Beach and Trinity Park.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 34,265 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 164,842 kWh per day, or 60,167 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 $10,529,282.75 per year.
Buchan Point and 4879 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 43,921.91 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 366,015,917 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 4879
54th
State Wide
133rd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Buchan Point
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Buchan Point: Kuranda Forestry - approx. 5.6 km
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Buchan Point Demographics
Buchan Point and the postcode of 4879 has a total population of 20083 people, with a median age of 44 years. There are 9584 households in Buchan Point, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1701 per week per household.
About 59% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Buchan Point is $1733/month. By installing solar power in Buchan Point, the average household could save 10.14% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $87103 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 2.38% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Buchan Point is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Buchan Point
Located in Far North Queensland, Buchan Point is a small coastal town that offers a peaceful and relaxing lifestyle. The town is surrounded by lush greenery, and the beautiful Coral Sea is just a stone's throw away. Buchan Point is home to a number of stunning beaches, including Buchan Beach, which is a popular spot for swimming, fishing, and surfing. The town also boasts a number of walking trails, which offer breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.
With an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, Buchan Point is an ideal location for producing solar power. The optimal angle for solar panels in Buchan Point is around 23 degrees, and the panels should be facing north to maximise the amount of sunlight they receive. There are a number of solar installers in the area who can help you to install solar panels on your property, and the local government offers a number of incentives to encourage residents to switch to renewable energy.
By installing solar panels in Buchan Point, you can not only save money on your energy bills, but you can also reduce your carbon footprint and help to protect the environment. Solar power is a clean and renewable source of energy, and it is becoming increasingly popular in Australia as more and more people recognise the benefits of this technology. So if you're looking for a way to reduce your energy costs and do your bit for the planet, consider installing solar panels in Buchan Point.