Solar Power Profile - Eagle Farm, QLD 4009
More than 135 homes in postcode 4009 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Eagle Farm and Eagle Farm Bc.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 7,529 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 33,354 kWh per day, or 12,174 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $15,777.125 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $2,130,486.75 per year.
Eagle Farm and 4009 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 8,887.02 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 74,058,500 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 4009
217th
State Wide
959th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Eagle Farm
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Eagle Farm: Eagle Farm Racecourse - approx. 1.8 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Eagle Farm, 4009
Eagle Farm Demographics
Eagle Farm and the postcode of 4009 has a total population of 6 people, with a median age of 38 years. There are 4 households in Eagle Farm, with an average of 1 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 1.8 with a median income of 824 per week per household.
About 0% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Eagle Farm is $0/month. By installing solar power in Eagle Farm, the average household could save Infinity% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $Infinity 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 36.82% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Eagle Farm is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Eagle Farm
Eagle Farm is a suburb of Brisbane, located just 8km from the city centre. It is situated on the north bank of the Brisbane River and is home to a variety of businesses, including warehouses, factories, and offices. The suburb is known for its industrial heritage and is a popular location for solar power installations due to its sunny climate and flat terrain.
One of the main attractions of Eagle Farm is the Brisbane Racing Club, which hosts regular horse racing events throughout the year. The club is also home to a number of bars and restaurants, making it a popular destination for locals and visitors alike. Other nearby attractions include the Portside Wharf shopping and dining precinct, as well as the popular Eat Street Northshore food market.
With an average of over 260 sunny days per year, Eagle Farm is an ideal location for solar power installations. The optimal angle for solar panels in this area is around 27 degrees, facing north. However, shading can be an issue in some parts of the suburb, so it is important to work with a reputable solar installer to ensure that your panels are positioned correctly. With the right installation, homeowners and businesses in Eagle Farm can benefit from significant energy savings and reduced reliance on grid electricity.