Solar Power Profile - Greenbank, QLD 4124
More than 7917 homes in postcode 4124 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Greenbank, Boronia Heights, Lyons, New Beith and Silverbark Ridge.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 51,046 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 223,690 kWh per day, or 81,647 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 $14,288,198.75 per year.
Greenbank and 4124 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 59,602.31 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 496,685,917 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 4124
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State Wide
52nd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Greenbank
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Greenbank: Greenbank Army Camp - approx. 1.2 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Greenbank, 4124
Greenbank Demographics
Greenbank and the postcode of 4124 has a total population of 22165 people, with a median age of 35 years. There are 7561 households in Greenbank, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 3.1 with a median income of 2040 per week per household.
About 72% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Greenbank is $1950/month. By installing solar power in Greenbank, the average household could save 7.64% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $65681 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 Greenbank is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Greenbank
Boronia Heights is a suburb located in the Logan City region of Queensland, Australia. It is situated approximately 24 kilometres south of Brisbane's central business district and is surrounded by several other suburbs including Park Ridge, Regents Park, and Greenbank. The town is known for its quiet and peaceful atmosphere, making it a great place to settle down and raise a family. It boasts a variety of features and attractions, including local parks, walking trails, and sports facilities.
With an average of 261 sunny days per year, Boronia Heights is an ideal location for solar power. The town experiences a warm and temperate climate, with average temperatures ranging from 21°C to 30°C during the summer months and 10°C to 22°C during the winter months. These conditions make it an excellent location for solar panel installation, with optimal panel angles ranging from 25° to 30° and an orientation of north-facing for maximum solar yield.
Installing solar panels in Boronia Heights can provide numerous benefits, including reduced electricity bills, lower carbon emissions, and increased property value. By harnessing the power of renewable energy, residents can contribute to a cleaner and more sustainable future while also saving money on their energy bills. There are several solar installers in the area that can help residents take advantage of these benefits, including Solar Power Direct and Solahart.