Solar Power Profile - North Stradbroke Island, QLD 4183
More than 648 homes in postcode 4183 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of North Stradbroke Island, Amity, Amity Point, Dunwich and Point Lookout.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 3,271 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 14,881 kWh per day, or 5,432 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 $950,523.875 per year.
North Stradbroke Island and 4183 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 3,965.36 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 33,044,667 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 4183
267th
State Wide
1368th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in North Stradbroke Island
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to North Stradbroke Island: Wallen Wallen - approx. 4.3 km
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Community Solar Statistics - North Stradbroke Island, 4183
North Stradbroke Island Demographics
North Stradbroke Island and the postcode of 4183 has a total population of 1833 people, with a median age of 52 years. There are 1703 households in North Stradbroke Island, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.1 with a median income of 1147 per week per household.
About 33% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in North Stradbroke Island is $1733/month. By installing solar power in North Stradbroke Island, the average household could save 7.06% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $60708 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 2.46% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in North Stradbroke Island is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About North Stradbroke Island
Amity is a small town located on North Stradbroke Island in Queensland, Australia. This beautiful town is surrounded by stunning beaches, crystal-clear waters, and lush greenery. The town is known for its laid-back lifestyle and is a popular destination for tourists who want to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. Some of the town's most popular attractions include Amity Point Beach, Flinders Beach, and the Amity Point Community Club.
Amity is blessed with an abundance of sunshine, making it an ideal location for solar power. The town enjoys an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, which is perfect for producing solar energy. Solar installers in Amity can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. Potential shading issues can be mitigated by carefully selecting the location of solar panels.
Installing solar energy in Amity is an excellent way to take advantage of the town's sunny climate and reduce reliance on fossil fuels. Solar power is a clean, renewable energy source that can help reduce carbon emissions and protect the environment. By installing solar panels, residents and businesses in Amity can save money on their energy bills and contribute to a more sustainable future.