Solar Power Profile - Retro, QLD 4723
More than 228 homes in postcode 4723 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Retro, Bundoora, Cotherstone, Fork Lagoons, Wyuna, Belcong, Capella, Carbine Creek, Chirnside, Crinum, Hibernia, Khosh Bulduk, Lilyvale, Lowestoff and Mount Macarthur.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 1,798 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 8,565 kWh per day, or 3,126 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $2,427.25 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $547,089.375 per year.
Retro and 4723 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 2,281.98 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 19,016,500 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 4723
309th
State Wide
1683rd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Retro
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Retro: Valencia - approx. 4.1 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Retro, 4723
Retro Demographics
Retro and the postcode of 4723 has a total population of 1297 people, with a median age of 35 years. There are 655 households in Retro, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.6 with a median income of 1925 per week per household.
About 43% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Retro is $1517/month. By installing solar power in Retro, the average household could save 13.33% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $114582 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 2.42% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Retro is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Retro
BELCONG is a small town located in the Central Highlands Region of Queensland, Australia. The town is situated in a picturesque location surrounded by rolling hills and lush greenery. BELCONG is a great place to visit for those who love nature and want to experience the beauty of the Australian countryside.
One of the main attractions of BELCONG is its abundant sunshine hours. The town experiences an average of 8 hours of sunlight per day, making it an ideal location for solar power production. Solar panels installed in BELCONG can generate a significant amount of energy, which can be used to power homes and businesses in the area. Additionally, the optimal angle and orientation of solar panels in BELCONG can be easily determined by local solar installers, ensuring maximum solar yields.
Installing solar energy systems in BELCONG can provide a range of benefits, including reduced energy costs, increased energy independence, and a reduced carbon footprint. By harnessing the power of the sun, residents and businesses in BELCONG can reduce their reliance on traditional energy sources, which are often expensive and environmentally damaging. Local solar installers can help residents and businesses in BELCONG to design and install solar energy systems that are tailored to their specific needs and requirements.