Solar Power Profile - Jaffa, QLD 4855
More than 148 homes in postcode 4855 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Jaffa, Gulngai, Daveson, El Arish, Friday Pocket, Granadilla, Maadi, Maria Creeks and Shell Pocket.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 898 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 4,084 kWh per day, or 1,491 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 $260,865.5 per year.
Jaffa and 4855 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 1,088.43 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 9,070,250 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 4855
356th
State Wide
1990th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Jaffa
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Jaffa: El Arish Post Office - approx. 2.9 km
Featured Solar Installers Servicing Jaffa
Mission Solar and Electrical
13 Shepherd Close, 4852Mission Solar and Electrical Installs Solar Power Systems.
Community Solar Statistics - Jaffa, 4855
Jaffa Demographics
Jaffa and the postcode of 4855 has a total population of 710 people, with a median age of 46 years. There are 344 households in Jaffa, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1225 per week per household.
About 66% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Jaffa is $1300/month. By installing solar power in Jaffa, the average household could save 11.46% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $98522 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 2.81% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Jaffa is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Jaffa
DAVESON is a small town located in the northern part of Queensland, Australia. The town is known for its beautiful natural surroundings, including the nearby mountain ranges of Mount Fox and Mount Elliot. Visitors to DAVESON can enjoy hiking and camping in these areas, as well as exploring the local wildlife and flora.
With an average of over 300 sunny days per year, DAVESON is an ideal location for solar power production. The town's high levels of sunshine make it an attractive destination for solar installers and renewable energy companies looking to take advantage of the area's abundant natural resources. Additionally, the optimal solar panel angle and orientation in DAVESON can be easily achieved due to the town's location and climate.
Installing solar energy systems in DAVESON can provide significant benefits for both homeowners and businesses. Not only can solar power reduce energy costs and increase energy independence, but it also has a positive impact on the environment by reducing carbon emissions. With the support of local solar installers and renewable energy companies, DAVESON has the potential to become a leader in sustainable energy production in the region.