Solar Power Profile - Eungella Hinterland, QLD 4741
More than 1648 homes in postcode 4741 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Eungella Hinterland, Flaggy Rock, Mackay Mc, Mount Christian, Ball Bay, Brampton Island, Brightly, Clairview, Coppabella, Daydream Island, Epsom, Eton, Eton North, Farleigh, Gargett, Hampden, Hazledean, Hook Island, Kalarka, Kinchant Dam, Kuttabul, Lindeman Island, Long Island, Mount Charlton, Mount Ossa, Mount Pelion, North Eton, Oakenden, Orkabie, Owens Creek, Pinnacle, Pleystowe, Seaforth, South Molle and Yalboroo.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 10,326 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 47,461 kWh per day, or 17,323 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,852.375 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $3,031,571.375 per year.
Eungella Hinterland and 4741 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 12,645.79 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 105,381,583 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 4741
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Solar Power in Eungella Hinterland
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Eungella Hinterland: Pandanus Ck Forest 658 - approx. 19.2 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Eungella Hinterland, 4741
Eungella Hinterland Demographics
Eungella Hinterland and the postcode of 4741 has a total population of 5932 people, with a median age of 44 years. There are 2879 households in Eungella Hinterland, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.6 with a median income of 1768 per week per household.
About 66% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Eungella Hinterland is $1733/month. By installing solar power in Eungella Hinterland, the average household could save 8.91% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $76545 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 2.01% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Eungella Hinterland is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Eungella Hinterland
BALL BAY QLD 4741 is a small coastal town located in the Mackay Region of Queensland, Australia. It is situated on the eastern coast of Australia, overlooking the Coral Sea. The town is known for its beautiful beaches, crystal clear waters, and stunning views of the surrounding mountains. Some of the popular attractions in the area include the Ball Bay Beach, Cape Hillsborough National Park, and the Eungella National Park.
BALL BAY QLD 4741 enjoys a tropical climate with plenty of sunshine throughout the year. The average temperature in the town ranges from 23°C to 31°C, making it an ideal location for solar power production. With an average of 7 hours of sunshine per day, the town has great potential for solar energy production. Solar installers in the area can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. However, shading issues may arise due to the surrounding mountain ranges, which may affect the efficiency of the solar panels.
The benefits of solar power in BALL BAY QLD 4741 are numerous. The town's location and climate make it an ideal location for solar power production. Solar energy is a clean and renewable source of energy that can help reduce carbon emissions and lower energy costs for residents and businesses in the area. By installing solar panels, residents and businesses can take advantage of the abundant sunshine and reduce their reliance on fossil fuels. Solar power can also increase the value of properties and provide a reliable source of energy during power outages.