Solar Power Profile - Ficks Crossing, QLD 4606
More than 583 homes in postcode 4606 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Ficks Crossing, Chelmsford, Fairdale, Greenview, Leafdale, Mount Mceuen, Mp Creek, Wheatlands and Wondai.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 2,908 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 13,228 kWh per day, or 4,828 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,469.125 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $844,938.5 per year.
Ficks Crossing and 4606 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 3,524.44 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 29,370,333 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 4606
278th
State Wide
1427th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Ficks Crossing
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Ficks Crossing: Ficks Crossing - approx. 2.3 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Ficks Crossing, 4606
Ficks Crossing Demographics
Ficks Crossing and the postcode of 4606 has a total population of 2128 people, with a median age of 52 years. There are 1101 households in Ficks Crossing, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 1003 per week per household.
About 62% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Ficks Crossing is $1073/month. By installing solar power in Ficks Crossing, the average household could save 11.41% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $98050 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 2.82% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Ficks Crossing is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Ficks Crossing
CHELMSFORD is a small town located in the South Burnett Region of Queensland, Australia. The town is surrounded by beautiful mountain ranges such as the Bunya Mountains, which are a popular tourist destination for hiking and camping. The town itself is known for its peaceful atmosphere and friendly locals.
CHELMSFORD experiences a subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. The town receives an average of 4.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it an excellent location for solar power. Solar installers in CHELMSFORD can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. Shading issues are minimal in the town, which means solar panels can produce electricity efficiently.
The benefits of solar power in CHELMSFORD are numerous. With the town experiencing a high number of sunshine hours, residents and businesses can install solar panels to generate clean and renewable energy. Solar power is an excellent way to reduce electricity bills and lower carbon emissions. By installing solar panels, residents and businesses in CHELMSFORD can contribute to a more sustainable future while also saving money on their energy bills. Solar power is a smart investment for anyone looking to reduce their carbon footprint and save money on energy costs.