Solar Power Profile - Charlestown, QLD 4608
More than 226 homes in postcode 4608 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Charlestown, Cushnie, Tingoora, Wilkesdale and Wooroolin.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 1,331 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 6,021 kWh per day, or 2,198 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,724.625 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $384,591.375 per year.
Charlestown and 4608 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 1,604.54 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 13,371,167 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 4608
332nd
State Wide
1818th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Charlestown
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Charlestown: Wooroolin Post Office - approx. 3.1 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Charlestown, 4608
Charlestown Demographics
Charlestown and the postcode of 4608 has a total population of 814 people, with a median age of 50 years. There are 443 households in Charlestown, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1055 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 Charlestown is $1100/month. By installing solar power in Charlestown, the average household could save 13.07% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $112277 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 3.14% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Charlestown is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Charlestown
Charlestown is a small town located in the South Burnett region of Queensland, Australia. It is situated in a picturesque valley surrounded by the stunning Bunya Mountains National Park, which offers a range of outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, and birdwatching. The town itself has a friendly community feel with a range of local shops, cafes, and restaurants.
Charlestown is blessed with abundant sunshine throughout the year, making it an ideal location for solar power. With an average of 5.5 hours of sunlight per day, solar panels can produce significant amounts of energy for homes and businesses in the area. Solar installers in Charlestown can help residents and businesses take advantage of this renewable energy source, reducing their reliance on fossil fuels and saving money on energy bills.
Installing solar panels in Charlestown can provide numerous benefits, including reducing carbon emissions, increasing energy independence, and lowering electricity bills. Solar power is a clean and renewable energy source that can help to combat climate change and reduce our reliance on non-renewable resources. With the optimal solar panel angle and orientation, potential shading issues can be minimized, and solar yields can be maximized, making Charlestown an excellent location for solar power.