Solar Power Profile - North Rockhampton, QLD 4701
More than 8118 homes in postcode 4701 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of North Rockhampton, Kalka, Oasis Gardens, Rockhampton Dc, Berserker, Central Queensland University, Frenchville, Greenlake, Ironpot, Kawana, Koongal, Lakes Creek, Limestone Creek, Mount Archer, Nankin, Nerimbera, Norman Gardens, Park Avenue, Red Hill Rockhampton, Rockhampton North, Rockhampton Shopping Fair, Rockyview, Sandringham and The Common.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 44,695 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 213,954 kWh per day, or 78,093 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 $13,666,311.75 per year.
North Rockhampton and 4701 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 57,007.89 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 475,065,750 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 4701
31st
State Wide
70th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in North Rockhampton
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to North Rockhampton: Rockhampton - approx. 937 m
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Community Solar Statistics - North Rockhampton, 4701
North Rockhampton Demographics
North Rockhampton and the postcode of 4701 has a total population of 40042 people, with a median age of 37 years. There are 17715 households in North Rockhampton, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 1496 per week per household.
About 60% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in North Rockhampton is $1400/month. By installing solar power in North Rockhampton, the average household could save 9.89% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $84950 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 2.13% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in North Rockhampton is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About North Rockhampton
Berserker is a charming suburb located in the city of Rockhampton in Queensland, Australia. It is situated just 3 kilometres north of the city centre, making it an ideal location for those who want to enjoy the conveniences of city living while still being able to enjoy a peaceful suburban lifestyle. Berserker is known for its picturesque tree-lined streets, beautiful parks, and friendly community.
One of the main attractions in Berserker is the Mount Archer National Park, which is located just a few kilometres from the suburb. The park is home to a variety of wildlife and offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape. Other popular attractions in the area include the Rockhampton Botanic Gardens, the Capricorn Caves, and the Koorana Crocodile Farm.
Berserker is a great location for solar power due to its high levels of sunshine throughout the year. The town receives an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, which is ideal for producing solar power. Solar installers in Berserker can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to ensure maximum solar yields. Additionally, there are few shading issues in the area, which means that solar panels can be installed in a variety of locations. By installing solar energy in Berserker, residents can reduce their carbon footprint and save money on their energy bills.