Solar Power Profile - Dalveen, QLD 4374
More than 112 homes in postcode 4374 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Dalveen and Palgrave.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 684 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 3,012 kWh per day, or 1,099 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 $192,391.5 per year.
Dalveen and 4374 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 802.27 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 6,685,583 km worth of car emissions.
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Solar Power in Dalveen
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Dalveen: Dalveen - approx. 1.2 km
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Dalveen Demographics
Dalveen and the postcode of 4374 has a total population of 363 people, with a median age of 52 years. There are 204 households in Dalveen, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1194 per week per household.
About 61% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Dalveen is $1172/month. By installing solar power in Dalveen, the average household could save 12.26% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $105379 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 2.78% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Dalveen is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Dalveen
Dalveen is a small town located in the Southern Downs Region of Queensland, Australia. It is situated on the New England Highway and is known for its picturesque countryside and stunning mountain views. The town is surrounded by several notable mountain ranges, including the Great Dividing Range, the Bunya Mountains, and the Border Ranges. These ranges not only provide breathtaking scenery but also offer potential for solar power generation.
Dalveen enjoys a sunny climate with an average of 300 days of sunshine per year. The town experiences mild winters and warm summers, with temperatures ranging from 5°C to 25°C. These weather conditions make Dalveen an ideal location for solar power installation. With the right solar panel angle and orientation, solar yields can be maximized, and potential shading issues can be minimized.
Installing solar panels in Dalveen can offer many benefits, including reduced energy bills, lower carbon emissions, and increased energy independence. Solar power is a clean and renewable energy source that can help reduce reliance on fossil fuels and decrease the carbon footprint of households and businesses. By partnering with local solar installers, residents of Dalveen can take advantage of the town's sunny climate and beautiful mountain views to produce clean, green energy for their homes and businesses.