Solar Power Profile - Manly, QLD 4179
More than 4035 homes in postcode 4179 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Manly, Lota and Manly West.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 20,891 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 91,546 kWh per day, or 33,414 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 $5,847,500.75 per year.
Manly and 4179 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 24,392.22 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 203,268,500 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 4179
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State Wide
282nd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Manly
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Manly: Manly Railway Station - approx. 794 m
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Community Solar Statistics - Manly, 4179
Manly Demographics
Manly and the postcode of 4179 has a total population of 19284 people, with a median age of 42 years. There are 7879 households in Manly, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.6 with a median income of 2085 per week per household.
About 68% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Manly is $2123/month. By installing solar power in Manly, the average household could save 5.77% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $49556 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 1.36% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Manly is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Manly
Located in the Redland City area of Brisbane, Lota is a coastal suburb that offers a relaxed and peaceful lifestyle. This town is known for its beautiful beaches, parks, and reserves, making it a popular destination for tourists and locals alike. Lota is also home to a range of local businesses, including solar installers who can help residents take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine to produce clean and renewable energy.
With an average of 261 sunny days per year, Lota is an ideal location for solar power. The town's climate is subtropical, with warm summers and mild winters, and the prevailing winds come from the southeast, which can help to keep solar panels cool and efficient. Solar installers in Lota can help residents to optimize their solar panel angle and orientation to maximize their solar yields and minimize any potential shading issues.
By installing solar energy systems in Lota, residents can benefit from reduced energy bills, increased energy independence, and a reduced carbon footprint. Solar power is a clean and renewable energy source that can help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. With the help of local solar installers, Lota residents can take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine to produce their own energy and contribute to a more sustainable future.