Solar Power Profile - Forestdale, QLD 4118
More than 7318 homes in postcode 4118 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Forestdale, Browns Plains Bc, Brownsleigh, Browns Plains, Heritage Park, Hillcrest and Regents Park.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 39,313 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 172,273 kWh per day, or 62,880 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,533 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $11,003,937.875 per year.
Forestdale and 4118 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 45,902.4 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 382,520,000 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 4118
41st
State Wide
102nd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Forestdale
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Forestdale: Forestdale(johnson Rd)al - approx. 640 m
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Community Solar Statistics - Forestdale, 4118
Forestdale Demographics
Forestdale and the postcode of 4118 has a total population of 29781 people, with a median age of 35 years. There are 10583 households in Forestdale, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.9 with a median income of 1744 per week per household.
About 65% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Forestdale is $1625/month. By installing solar power in Forestdale, the average household could save 7.86% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $67558 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 1.69% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Forestdale is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Forestdale
Browns Plains is a suburb located in the south-west of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. It is a rapidly growing area with a population of over 6,000 people. Browns Plains is known for its diverse range of shops and restaurants, making it a popular destination for locals and tourists alike. The Grand Plaza Shopping Centre is the largest shopping centre in the area and offers a variety of shopping, dining and entertainment options.
With an average of 261 days of sunshine per year, Browns Plains is an ideal location for solar power. The optimal solar panel angle and orientation in Browns Plains is facing north at an angle of 27 degrees. However, potential shading issues should be taken into account when installing solar panels. Despite this, Browns Plains has a high potential for solar yields, making it a great location for solar installers.
Investing in solar power in Browns Plains has numerous benefits. Not only does it reduce carbon emissions and promote renewable energy, but it also helps homeowners and businesses save on their energy bills. With the increasing cost of electricity, solar power is becoming a more attractive option for many. By installing solar panels in Browns Plains, residents and businesses can take advantage of the abundant sunshine and reduce their reliance on traditional energy sources.