Solar Power Profile - Mount Thompson, QLD 4121
More than 4184 homes in postcode 4121 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Mount Thompson, Ekibin, Holland Park, Holland Park East, Holland Park West, Tarragindi and Wellers Hill.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 24,360 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 107,329 kWh per day, or 39,175 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,660.75 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $6,855,639.875 per year.
Mount Thompson and 4121 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 28,597.75 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 238,314,583 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 4121
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Solar Power in Mount Thompson
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Mount Thompson: Coorparoo Bcc - approx. 1.4 km
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Mount Thompson Demographics
Mount Thompson and the postcode of 4121 has a total population of 24996 people, with a median age of 37 years. There are 9820 households in Mount Thompson, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.7 with a median income of 2452 per week per household.
About 65% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Mount Thompson is $2351/month. By installing solar power in Mount Thompson, the average household could save 5.89% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $50587 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 1.3% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Mount Thompson is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Mount Thompson
Ekibin is a small suburb located in the south of Brisbane, Queensland. It is a peaceful and quiet residential area with a population of around 1,500 people. The suburb is surrounded by beautiful parks and green spaces, including the Ekibin Park South, which is a popular spot for picnics and outdoor activities. The area is also home to a number of schools, shops, and restaurants, making it a convenient place to live.
With its location in Queensland, Ekibin enjoys plenty of sunshine throughout the year, making it an ideal place for solar power. The average daily sunshine hours in Ekibin range from 5.5 hours in winter to 9.5 hours in summer. This means that solar panels can produce a significant amount of energy, reducing the reliance on traditional energy sources. Solar installers in Ekibin can help residents and businesses to install solar panels on their roofs, optimizing the panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields.
By installing solar panels in Ekibin, residents and businesses can benefit from reduced energy bills and a lower carbon footprint. Solar power is a clean and renewable energy source that can help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. Additionally, the Australian government offers a range of incentives and rebates for solar installations, making it an affordable and cost-effective option for many people. With its sunny weather and ample opportunities for solar power, Ekibin is a great place to embrace renewable energy and make a positive impact on the environment.