Solar Power Profile - Port Alma, QLD 4699
More than 102 homes in postcode 4699 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Port Alma and Bajool.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 595 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 2,878 kWh per day, or 1,050 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 $183,832.25 per year.
Port Alma and 4699 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 766.5 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 6,387,500 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 4699
375th
State Wide
2141st
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Port Alma
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Port Alma: Pacific Salt - approx. 2.4 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Port Alma, 4699
Port Alma Demographics
Port Alma and the postcode of 4699 has a total population of 423 people, with a median age of 44 years. There are 186 households in Port Alma, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.7 with a median income of 1262 per week per household.
About 70% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Port Alma is $1690/month. By installing solar power in Port Alma, the average household could save 8.82% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $75786 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 2.73% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Port Alma is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Port Alma
BAJOOL QLD 4699 is a small town located in the Rockhampton Region of Queensland, Australia. The town is situated on the Bruce Highway, approximately 50 km south of Rockhampton. BAJOOL is surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes, including the Mount Slocombe Range and the Fitzroy River. Visitors can enjoy hiking, fishing, and camping in the nearby Mount Slocombe Conservation Park.
BAJOOL QLD 4699 enjoys a warm and sunny climate, with an average of over 300 sunny days per year. The town's location in the subtropical region of Queensland means that it experiences hot summers and mild winters. The optimal angle for solar panels in BAJOOL is between 20 and 30 degrees, facing north. The town's high levels of sunshine make it an ideal location for solar power production, with the potential for high solar yields.
Installing solar panels in BAJOOL can provide numerous benefits, including reduced energy bills and a lower carbon footprint. The town has a number of solar installers who can provide expert advice on the best solar panel systems for individual homes and businesses. By harnessing the power of the sun, BAJOOL can reduce its reliance on non-renewable energy sources and contribute to a more sustainable future.