Solar Power Profile - Gumdale, QLD 4154
More than 2617 homes in postcode 4154 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Gumdale, Ransome and Wakerley.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 16,846 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 73,822 kWh per day, or 26,945 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 $4,715,380.25 per year.
Gumdale and 4154 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 19,669.85 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 163,915,417 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 4154
129th
State Wide
398th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Gumdale
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Gumdale: Manly Railway Station - approx. 4.7 km
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Gumdale Demographics
Gumdale and the postcode of 4154 has a total population of 11212 people, with a median age of 37 years. There are 3667 households in Gumdale, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 3.2 with a median income of 3044 per week per household.
About 77% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Gumdale is $2383/month. By installing solar power in Gumdale, the average household could save 6.25% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $53747 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 1.13% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Gumdale is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Gumdale
Ransome is a charming suburb located in the eastern part of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. It is situated approximately 19 kilometers from the central business district of Brisbane and is surrounded by several other beautiful suburbs such as Gumdale, Wakerley, and Chandler. Ransome is known for its serene and peaceful environment, making it an ideal location for those who want to escape the hustle-bustle of the city.
One of the main attractions of Ransome is the abundance of natural beauty that surrounds the area. The suburb is located near several local mountain ranges, including the Chandler Range and the Belmont Hills. These mountain ranges provide a picturesque backdrop to the area and offer a range of outdoor activities for visitors and residents alike. Additionally, Ransome is home to several parks and nature reserves, including the Tingalpa Reservoir and the Daisy Hill Conservation Park.
With its abundant sunshine hours and favorable weather conditions, Ransome is an excellent location for producing solar power. Solar installers in Ransome can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. Additionally, the suburb's relatively low levels of shading issues make it an ideal location for solar power installation. By installing solar energy systems in Ransome, residents can reduce their carbon footprint and take advantage of the many benefits of renewable energy.