Solar Power Profile - Bulwer Island, QLD 4008
More than 103 homes in postcode 4008 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Bulwer Island, Meeandah, Myrtletown, Brisbane Airport and Pinkenba.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 3,483 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 15,513 kWh per day, or 5,662 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $9,645.125 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $990,892.875 per year.
Bulwer Island and 4008 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 4,133.26 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 34,443,833 km worth of car emissions.
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Solar Power in Bulwer Island
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Bulwer Island: Brisbane Aero - approx. 1.6 km
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Bulwer Island Demographics
Bulwer Island and the postcode of 4008 has a total population of 228 people, with a median age of 40 years. There are 121 households in Bulwer Island, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.1 with a median income of 1666 per week per household.
About 64% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Bulwer Island is $1500/month. By installing solar power in Bulwer Island, the average household could save 53.58% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $460473 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 11.13% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Bulwer Island is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Bulwer Island
BRISBANE AIRPORT is located in the eastern suburbs of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. It is the third busiest airport in Australia and serves as a major hub for both domestic and international flights. The airport features two terminals, a wide range of shops and restaurants, and a variety of transportation options, including buses, taxis, and car rentals.
The weather in BRISBANE AIRPORT is characterized by warm and sunny summers, with temperatures averaging around 28°C, and mild winters, with temperatures averaging around 21°C. The town experiences high levels of sunshine throughout the year, with an average of 261 sunny days per year. These ideal weather conditions make BRISBANE AIRPORT an excellent location for producing solar power and installing solar energy systems.
With its high levels of sunshine and ideal weather conditions, BRISBANE AIRPORT is an excellent location for solar power. Solar installers in the area can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. Additionally, potential shading issues can be mitigated through careful planning and installation. By harnessing the power of the sun, residents and businesses in BRISBANE AIRPORT can reduce their reliance on traditional energy sources, lower their energy bills, and contribute to a more sustainable future.