Solar Power Profile - Dunk, QLD 4852
More than 1124 homes in postcode 4852 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Dunk, Clump Point, Narragon Beach, Bingil Bay, Carmoo, Djiru, Garners Beach, Midgeree Bar, Mission Beach, South Mission, South Mission Beach, Tam O'shanter and Wongaling Beach.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 8,702 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 39,793 kWh per day, or 14,524 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $2,235.625 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $2,541,777.875 per year.
Dunk and 4852 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 10,602.52 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 88,354,333 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 4852
202nd
State Wide
867th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Dunk
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Dunk: Dunk Island Resort - approx. 5.3 km
Featured Solar Installers Servicing Dunk
Mission Solar and Electrical
13 Shepherd Close, 4852Mission Solar and Electrical Installs Solar Power Systems.
Community Solar Statistics - Dunk, 4852
Dunk Demographics
Dunk and the postcode of 4852 has a total population of 3575 people, with a median age of 50 years. There are 2031 households in Dunk, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 1244 per week per household.
About 52% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Dunk is $1400/month. By installing solar power in Dunk, the average household could save 13.31% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $114356 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 3.46% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Dunk is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Dunk
Bingil Bay is a small coastal town located in Far North Queensland, Australia. It is situated approximately 8 km south of Mission Beach and is known for its beautiful beaches and lush tropical rainforests. The town is surrounded by stunning mountain ranges, including the Bellenden Ker Range and the Clump Mountain National Park, which provide a picturesque backdrop for the area.
Bingil Bay enjoys a tropical climate with an average temperature of 27°C. The town receives an average of 2,800 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar installers in Bingil Bay can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation to achieve maximum solar yields. However, potential shading issues from the surrounding rainforest should also be considered.
Installing solar energy in Bingil Bay can provide numerous benefits, including reduced energy bills and a smaller carbon footprint. The town's abundant sunshine and favorable climate make it an ideal location for renewable energy. By utilizing solar power, residents and businesses in Bingil Bay can take an important step towards a more sustainable future.