Solar Power Profile - Rochedale, QLD 4123
More than 5395 homes in postcode 4123 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Rochedale, Priests Gully and Rochedale South.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 31,732 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 139,808 kWh per day, or 51,030 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,660.75 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $8,930,236 per year.
Rochedale and 4123 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 37,251.9 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 310,432,500 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 4123
58th
State Wide
147th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Rochedale
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Rochedale: Rochedale South - approx. 2.8 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Rochedale, 4123
Rochedale Demographics
Rochedale and the postcode of 4123 has a total population of 22313 people, with a median age of 35 years. There are 8137 households in Rochedale, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.9 with a median income of 2089 per week per household.
About 71% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Rochedale is $2000/month. By installing solar power in Rochedale, the average household could save 6.92% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $59465 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 1.53% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Rochedale is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Rochedale
Priests Gully is a small town located in the Logan City region of Queensland, Australia. It is situated approximately 30 kilometres south of Brisbane and is surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes. The town is home to a number of local attractions and features, including the Priest Gully Conservation Area, which offers hiking trails and stunning views of the surrounding mountains.
With an average of 4.2 hours of sunshine per day, Priests Gully is an ideal location for solar power. Solar installers in the area can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation, which can help to maximize solar yields and reduce shading issues. Additionally, the town's warm climate and low levels of rainfall make it an ideal location for producing renewable energy.
Installing solar energy in Priests Gully can offer a number of benefits, including reduced energy costs and a lower carbon footprint. By harnessing the power of the sun, residents and businesses in the area can reduce their reliance on traditional energy sources and contribute to a more sustainable future. Solar power is also a great investment, as it can increase the value of a property and provide long-term savings on energy bills.