Solar Power Profile - Burleigh Town, QLD 4220
More than 5648 homes in postcode 4220 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Burleigh Town, Burleigh Bc, Burleigh Dc, Tally Valley, Burleigh Heads, Burleigh Waters and Miami.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 35,794 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 157,707 kWh per day, or 57,563 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,788.5 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $10,073,534.625 per year.
Burleigh Town and 4220 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 42,020.99 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 350,174,917 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 4220
50th
State Wide
122nd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Burleigh Town
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Burleigh Town: Burleigh Waters Alert - approx. 1.9 km
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Burleigh Town Demographics
Burleigh Town and the postcode of 4220 has a total population of 30163 people, with a median age of 41 years. There are 14577 households in Burleigh Town, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1746 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 Burleigh Town is $2028/month. By installing solar power in Burleigh Town, the average household could save 7.35% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $63155 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 1.97% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Burleigh Town is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Burleigh Town
BURLEIGH BC is a suburb located in the Gold Coast region of Queensland, Australia. It is situated just south of the popular tourist destination, Surfers Paradise, and is known for its beautiful beaches, parks, and nature reserves. The town has a vibrant community and is home to many local businesses, cafes, and restaurants.
With an average of 245 sunny days per year, BURLEIGH BC is an ideal location for solar power. The optimal angle for solar panels in this area is between 20 and 30 degrees, facing north. However, shading can be an issue in some areas, so it is important to consult with a professional solar installer to ensure maximum solar yields.
Installing solar energy in BURLEIGH BC can provide many benefits, including reducing energy bills, decreasing carbon footprint, and increasing property value. With the Australian government's solar rebate program, homeowners can receive financial incentives for installing solar panels, making it an affordable and sustainable option for renewable energy.