Solar Power Profile - Mount Mellum, QLD 4550
More than 1438 homes in postcode 4550 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Mount Mellum and Landsborough.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 7,850 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 33,464 kWh per day, or 12,214 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 $2,137,513 per year.
Mount Mellum and 4550 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 8,916.22 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 74,301,833 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 4550
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Solar Power in Mount Mellum
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Mount Mellum: Landsborough Post Office - approx. 3.9 km
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Mount Mellum Demographics
Mount Mellum and the postcode of 4550 has a total population of 4660 people, with a median age of 42 years. There are 1863 households in Mount Mellum, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.7 with a median income of 1646 per week per household.
About 73% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Mount Mellum is $1777/month. By installing solar power in Mount Mellum, the average household could save 6.89% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $59205 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 1.72% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Mount Mellum is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Mount Mellum
Landsborough is a charming town located in the Sunshine Coast hinterland of Queensland, Australia. The town is situated between the Glass House Mountains and the Blackall Range, providing a picturesque backdrop for visitors and locals alike. Landsborough is known for its historical landmarks, including the Landsborough Museum and the Old Landsborough Schoolhouse. The town also offers a variety of outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, and fishing.
With an average of 300 sunny days per year, Landsborough is an ideal location for solar power. The town's latitude of 26.8 degrees south and longitude of 152.95 degrees east means that solar panels should be installed facing north at an angle of 26 degrees to achieve optimal solar yields. While shading from trees and buildings can be an issue, local solar installers are experienced in designing solar systems that maximize energy production.
Installing solar energy in Landsborough can provide numerous benefits, including reducing electricity bills, increasing property value, and reducing carbon emissions. With the Australian government offering incentives for renewable energy, now is the perfect time to consider solar power in Landsborough. By harnessing the power of the sun, residents and businesses can take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine to produce clean, renewable energy.