Solar Power Profile - Frenches Creek, QLD 4310
More than 1732 homes in postcode 4310 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Frenches Creek, Lake Moogerah, Maroon Dam, Allandale, Anthony, Blantyre, Boonah, Bunburra, Bunjurgen, Burnett Creek, Cannon Creek, Carneys Creek, Coochin, Coulson, Croftby, Dugandan, Hoya, Kents Pocket, Maroon, Milbong, Milford, Mount Alford, Mount French, Roadvale, Templin, Wallaces Creek, Woolooman and Wyaralong.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 9,240 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 40,493 kWh per day, or 14,780 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 $2,586,490.375 per year.
Frenches Creek and 4310 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 10,789.4 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 89,911,667 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 4310
188th
State Wide
771st
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Frenches Creek
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Frenches Creek: Mt Alford - approx. 5.5 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Frenches Creek, 4310
Frenches Creek Demographics
Frenches Creek and the postcode of 4310 has a total population of 5509 people, with a median age of 50 years. There are 2597 households in Frenches Creek, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1229 per week per household.
About 69% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Frenches Creek is $1480/month. By installing solar power in Frenches Creek, the average household could save 8.27% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $71086 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 2.3% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Frenches Creek is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Frenches Creek
Allandale is a charming town located in the Lockyer Valley region of Queensland, Australia. The town is situated approximately 90 km west of Brisbane and is easily accessible by road. Allandale is known for its picturesque countryside, rolling hills, and stunning mountain ranges, including the Great Dividing Range and the D'Aguilar Range. The town is home to a tight-knit community, and visitors can enjoy a range of local attractions, including the Lockyer National Park, the Gatton Historical Village, and the Summer Land Camel Farm.
Allandale is blessed with a sunny climate, with an average of 300 days of sunshine per year. The town experiences warm summers and mild winters, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar panels installed on rooftops or in open fields can generate significant amounts of electricity, reducing energy bills and helping to protect the environment. Solar installers in Allandale can advise on the best solar panel angle and orientation to maximise solar yields and minimise shading issues.
The benefits of solar power in Allandale are numerous. Solar energy is renewable, clean, and abundant, making it an attractive alternative to traditional fossil fuels. By installing solar panels, residents and businesses can reduce their reliance on the grid and become more self-sufficient. Solar power can also help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. With the support of local solar installers, Allandale can become a shining example of sustainable living and renewable energy.