Solar Power Profile - Palm Beach, QLD 4221
More than 5712 homes in postcode 4221 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Palm Beach and Elanora.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 30,584 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 134,753 kWh per day, or 49,185 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,533 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $8,607,347.875 per year.
Palm Beach and 4221 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 35,905.05 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 299,208,750 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 4221
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Solar Power in Palm Beach
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Palm Beach: Elanora Water Treatment Plant - approx. 2.4 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Palm Beach, 4221
Palm Beach Demographics
Palm Beach and the postcode of 4221 has a total population of 27136 people, with a median age of 40 years. There are 12405 households in Palm Beach, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 1729 per week per household.
About 61% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Palm Beach is $2100/month. By installing solar power in Palm Beach, the average household could save 6.08% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $52277 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 1.71% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Palm Beach is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Palm Beach
Elanora is a suburb located in the southern part of the Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia. It is a vibrant and growing community with a population of over 11,000 people. The town is known for its beautiful beaches, parks, and nature reserves. Some of the popular attractions in Elanora include the Palm Beach Parklands, Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, and Burleigh Head National Park. Elanora is also home to several shopping centres, restaurants, and cafes, making it a great place to live or visit.
Elanora has a subtropical climate with warm temperatures and plenty of sunshine throughout the year. The town receives an average of 245 sunny days per year, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar panels installed in Elanora can produce high yields due to the optimal solar panel angle and orientation. However, potential shading issues should be taken into consideration when installing solar panels to ensure maximum efficiency.
Installing solar panels in Elanora is a great way to take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine and reduce energy costs. By producing their own solar power, residents and businesses can save money on their electricity bills and reduce their carbon footprint. There are several solar installers in Elanora that can help residents and businesses with the installation of solar panels. With the increasing demand for renewable energy, solar power is becoming a popular choice for homeowners and businesses in Elanora.