Solar Power Profile - Merrimac, QLD 4226
More than 6339 homes in postcode 4226 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Merrimac, Kerrydale, Robina Dc, Clear Island Waters and Robina.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 36,536 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 160,977 kWh per day, or 58,757 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,596.875 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $10,282,405.875 per year.
Merrimac and 4226 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 42,892.61 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 357,438,417 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 4226
48th
State Wide
115th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Merrimac
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Merrimac: Carrara Bradstone Rd - approx. 4.5 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Merrimac, 4226
Merrimac Demographics
Merrimac and the postcode of 4226 has a total population of 34598 people, with a median age of 40 years. There are 14301 households in Merrimac, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.6 with a median income of 1729 per week per household.
About 62% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Merrimac is $1950/month. By installing solar power in Merrimac, the average household could save 6.82% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $58644 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 1.78% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Merrimac is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Merrimac
CLEAR ISLAND WATERS is a suburb located in the city of Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia. It is situated on the Nerang River and is known for its beautiful waterways and stunning waterfront properties. The town is also home to a number of parks and recreational areas, including the Surfers Paradise Golf Club and the Albert Park Baseball Complex.
With an average of 245 sunny days per year, CLEAR ISLAND WATERS is an ideal location for solar power. The town receives an average of 4.2 hours of sunlight per day, making it a great place to install solar panels. Solar installers in CLEAR ISLAND WATERS can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. However, potential shading issues should also be taken into consideration when installing solar panels.
Installing solar energy in CLEAR ISLAND WATERS can provide a number of benefits, including reduced electricity bills and a lower carbon footprint. By harnessing the power of the sun, residents and businesses in CLEAR ISLAND WATERS can reduce their reliance on non-renewable energy sources and contribute to a more sustainable future. Solar power is a smart investment for anyone looking to save money and reduce their impact on the environment.