Solar Power Profile - Highworth, QLD 4560
More than 9077 homes in postcode 4560 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Highworth, Nambour Bc, Nambour Dc, Sunshine Coast Mc, Bli Bli, Burnside, Coes Creek, Cooloolabin, Dulong, Flaxton, Image Flat, Kiamba, Kulangoor, Kureelpa, Mapleton, Montville, Nambour, Nambour West, Parklands, Perwillowen, Rosemount and Towen Mountain.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 49,336 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 212,673 kWh per day, or 77,626 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 $13,584,487.875 per year.
Highworth and 4560 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 56,666.98 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 472,224,833 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 4560
25th
State Wide
57th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Highworth
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Highworth: Kiamba - approx. 3.3 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Highworth, 4560
Highworth Demographics
Highworth and the postcode of 4560 has a total population of 34262 people, with a median age of 43 years. There are 14618 households in Highworth, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 1415 per week per household.
About 67% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Highworth is $1733/month. By installing solar power in Highworth, the average household could save 7.06% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $60708 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% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Highworth is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Highworth
BLI BLI is a charming town located in the Sunshine Coast region of Queensland, Australia. It is situated along the Maroochy River and is surrounded by lush greenery, making it a perfect destination for nature lovers. The town is known for its picturesque landscapes, serene environment, and friendly locals. BLI BLI is also home to several attractions such as the Sunshine Castle, which is a medieval-style castle that offers guided tours, and the Maroochy Wetlands Sanctuary, where visitors can enjoy bird watching and nature walks.
BLI BLI enjoys a subtropical climate, with warm temperatures throughout the year. The town experiences an average of 7 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar panels installed in BLI BLI can produce a significant amount of energy due to the high levels of sunlight. Solar installers in the town can help residents and businesses to optimize their solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. Shading issues can also be addressed by solar installers to ensure that solar panels are not obstructed by trees or buildings.
Installing solar energy in BLI BLI has several benefits. It can help residents and businesses to save money on their energy bills and reduce their carbon footprint. Solar power is a renewable energy source, which means that it is sustainable and environmentally friendly. By installing solar panels, BLI BLI can contribute to reducing the reliance on non-renewable energy sources and help to create a more sustainable future.