Solar Power Profile - Sheldon, QLD 4157
More than 4773 homes in postcode 4157 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Sheldon, Capalaba Bc, Capalaba Dc, Capalaba and Capalaba West.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 26,478 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 118,550 kWh per day, or 43,271 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,596.875 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $7,572,381.25 per year.
Sheldon and 4157 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 31,587.83 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 263,231,917 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 4157
76th
State Wide
206th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Sheldon
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Sheldon: Mount Cotton West - approx. 3.9 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Sheldon, 4157
Sheldon Demographics
Sheldon and the postcode of 4157 has a total population of 18910 people, with a median age of 40 years. There are 7549 households in Sheldon, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.6 with a median income of 1794 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 Sheldon is $1820/month. By installing solar power in Sheldon, the average household could save 7.31% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $62833 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 Sheldon is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Sheldon
CAPALABA QLD 4157 is a suburb of Brisbane, located approximately 19 kilometers southeast of the city center. It is known for its vibrant community and bustling commercial district, which features a wide range of shops, restaurants, and entertainment options. The suburb is also home to several parks and nature reserves, including Tingalpa Creek Reserve and Capalaba Regional Park, which offer residents and visitors alike plenty of opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors.
With an average of 261 sunny days per year, CAPALABA QLD 4157 is an ideal location for solar power. Solar panels installed in this area can produce a high yield of energy, especially when installed at the optimal angle and orientation. However, potential shading issues should be taken into consideration when designing a solar energy system for a property in this area.
By installing solar panels in CAPALABA QLD 4157, residents and businesses can take advantage of the many benefits of renewable energy. Solar power is a clean, sustainable source of energy that can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. Additionally, solar installers in the area can help property owners save money on their energy bills by designing and installing solar energy systems that are tailored to their specific needs and energy usage patterns.