Solar Power Profile - Opossum Creek, QLD 4300
More than 14889 homes in postcode 4300 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Opossum Creek, Goodna Dc, Goodna East, Augustine Heights, Bellbird Park, Brookwater, Camira, Carole Park, Gailes, Goodna, Spring Mountain, Springfield, Springfield Central and Springfield Lakes.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 93,471 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 409,604 kWh per day, or 149,505 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,788.5 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $26,163,455.5 per year.
Opossum Creek and 4300 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 109,138.65 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 909,488,750 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 4300
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Solar Power in Opossum Creek
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Opossum Creek: Opossum Alert - approx. 2.6 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Opossum Creek, 4300
Opossum Creek Demographics
Opossum Creek and the postcode of 4300 has a total population of 65469 people, with a median age of 32 years. There are 23551 households in Opossum Creek, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 3 with a median income of 2032 per week per household.
About 56% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Opossum Creek is $1765/month. By installing solar power in Opossum Creek, the average household could save 8.44% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $72566 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 1.69% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Opossum Creek is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Opossum Creek
AUGUSTINE HEIGHTS is a suburb located in the city of Ipswich, Queensland, Australia. It is situated approximately 26 kilometres south-west of Brisbane CBD. The suburb is known for its modern and family-friendly atmosphere, with a range of amenities such as parks, playgrounds, and shopping centres. One of the most popular attractions in the area is the Brookwater Golf Course, which is considered one of the best golf courses in Queensland and attracts many visitors.
The weather in AUGUSTINE HEIGHTS is generally warm and sunny, with an average of 300 days of sunshine per year. This makes it an ideal location for solar power production and installation. The optimal angle for solar panels in this area is approximately 27 degrees, facing north. However, it is important to consider potential shading issues from nearby trees or buildings that could affect solar yields. Despite this, the high levels of sunshine in the area make it a great location for solar power.
Installing solar power in AUGUSTINE HEIGHTS can provide many benefits, including reducing electricity bills and contributing to a more sustainable future. There are many solar installers in the area that can provide expert advice on the best solar solutions for your home or business. By harnessing the power of the sun, AUGUSTINE HEIGHTS can continue to be a modern and sustainable community for many years to come.