Solar Power Profile - Chermside, QLD 4032
More than 1797 homes in postcode 4032 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Chermside, Chermside Bc, Craigslea, Chermside Centre, Chermside South and Chermside West.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 10,524 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 46,870 kWh per day, or 17,108 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,660.75 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $2,993,821.25 per year.
Chermside and 4032 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 12,488.84 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 104,073,667 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 4032
169th
State Wide
681st
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Chermside
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Chermside: Chermside Bowls Club - approx. 843 m
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Chermside Demographics
Chermside and the postcode of 4032 has a total population of 17026 people, with a median age of 36 years. There are 8405 households in Chermside, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 1582 per week per household.
About 41% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Chermside is $1886/month. By installing solar power in Chermside, the average household could save 7.34% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $63059 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 2.02% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Chermside is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Chermside
Chermside is a suburb located in the northern part of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. It is a bustling hub of activity, with a wide range of shops, restaurants, and entertainment options. The Westfield Chermside shopping centre is the largest in Queensland and is home to over 400 stores. The suburb is also home to the Chermside Aquatic Centre, which features an Olympic-sized swimming pool, diving boards, and water slides.
Chermside enjoys a subtropical climate, with warm temperatures and plenty of sunshine throughout the year. The average daily temperature ranges from 21°C to 29°C in summer and 10°C to 21°C in winter. The suburb receives an average of 5.2 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar installers in Chermside can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields and reduce potential shading issues.
Installing solar energy in Chermside can provide numerous benefits, including reducing energy costs, increasing energy independence, and reducing carbon emissions. With the abundance of sunshine in the area, solar power is a highly viable renewable energy source. Homeowners and businesses can take advantage of government incentives and rebates to offset the cost of installation. By choosing to install solar energy in Chermside, residents can contribute to a more sustainable future while enjoying the benefits of reduced energy costs and increased energy independence.