Solar Power Profile - Glenvale Park, QLD 4350
More than 16624 homes in postcode 4350 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Glenvale Park, Carrington, Eastlake, Macdonaldtown, Picnic Point, Southtown, Toowoomba Bc, Toowoomba Dc, Athol, Blue Mountain Heights, Centenary Heights, Charlton, Clifford Gardens, Cotswold Hills, Cranley, Darling Heights, Drayton, Drayton North, East Toowoomba, Finnie, Glenvale, Gowrie, Gowrie Mountain, Harlaxton, Harristown, Kearneys Spring, Middle Ridge, Mount Kynoch, Mount Lofty, Mount Rascal, Newtown, North Toowoomba, Northlands, Northpoint, Prince Henry Heights, Rangeville, Redwood, Rockville, South Toowoomba, Toowoomba, Toowoomba City, Toowoomba East, Toowoomba South, Toowoomba Village Fair, Toowoomba West, Top Camp, Torrington, Wellcamp, Westbrook, Wilsonton, Wilsonton Heights and Wyalla Plaza.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 100,616 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 460,083 kWh per day, or 167,930 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,788.5 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $29,387,801.625 per year.
Glenvale Park and 4350 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 122,588.9 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 1,021,574,167 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 4350
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State Wide
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Australia Wide
Solar Power in Glenvale Park
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Glenvale Park: Toowoomba Airport - approx. 3.9 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Glenvale Park, 4350
Glenvale Park Demographics
Glenvale Park and the postcode of 4350 has a total population of 105796 people, with a median age of 38 years. There are 48404 households in Glenvale Park, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1428 per week per household.
About 55% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Glenvale Park is $1500/month. By installing solar power in Glenvale Park, the average household could save 9.94% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $85386 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 2.41% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Glenvale Park is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Glenvale Park
Athol is a charming town located in the Toowoomba region of Queensland, Australia. It is situated approximately 12 km west of Toowoomba and is known for its picturesque landscapes and tranquil atmosphere. Athol is surrounded by stunning mountain ranges, including the Great Dividing Range, which provides a breathtaking backdrop to the town. Visitors can explore the beautiful natural surroundings, take a leisurely stroll through the town, or enjoy a picnic in one of the many parks.
Athol enjoys a warm and temperate climate, with an average temperature of 22°C. The town receives an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. With the increasing demand for renewable energy sources, Athol is an excellent place to install solar panels. Solar installers can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. Potential shading issues can also be addressed to ensure that solar panels operate at their highest efficiency.
Installing solar energy in Athol has many benefits. Solar power is a clean and renewable energy source that can help reduce carbon emissions and lower energy bills. By harnessing the power of the sun, residents and businesses can become more self-sufficient and reduce their reliance on the grid. With the help of solar installers, Athol can become a leader in renewable energy and pave the way for a more sustainable future.