Solar Power Profile - Shelly Beach, QLD 4551
More than 18062 homes in postcode 4551 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Shelly Beach, Banya, Caloundra Bc, Caloundra Dc, Corbould Park, Diamond Head, Gagalba, Nirimba, Aroona, Baringa, Battery Hill, Bells Creek, Caloundra, Caloundra West, Currimundi, Dicky Beach, Golden Beach, Kings Beach, Little Mountain, Meridan Plains, Moffat Beach and Pelican Waters.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 95,960 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 436,508 kWh per day, or 159,325 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 $27,881,948.5 per year.
Shelly Beach and 4551 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 116,307.25 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 969,227,083 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 4551
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State Wide
7th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Shelly Beach
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Shelly Beach: Caloundra Signal Station - approx. 601 m
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Shelly Beach Demographics
Shelly Beach and the postcode of 4551 has a total population of 63750 people, with a median age of 44 years. There are 29750 households in Shelly 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 1489 per week per household.
About 60% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Shelly Beach is $1950/month. By installing solar power in Shelly Beach, the average household could save 6.55% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $56298 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 1.98% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Shelly Beach is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Shelly Beach
AROONA QLD 4551 is a charming suburb located in the Sunshine Coast region of Queensland, Australia. It is situated just a few kilometers from the beautiful beaches of Caloundra and is surrounded by lush greenery and stunning mountain ranges. The town is known for its peaceful and laid-back atmosphere, making it a perfect destination for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of the city.
One of the main attractions in AROONA is the Glass House Mountains, a group of 11 volcanic peaks that offer breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. The town is also home to several parks and nature reserves, including the Bells Creek Bushland Reserve and the Caloundra Regional Park. Visitors can enjoy hiking, biking, and picnicking in these beautiful natural areas.
With its sunny climate and high levels of solar radiation, AROONA is an ideal location for solar power. The town receives an average of 4.2 hours of sunlight per day, making it a great place to install solar panels and generate renewable energy. Solar power can help residents save money on their energy bills while also reducing their carbon footprint. There are several solar installers in the area who can help homeowners and businesses design and install solar systems that are tailored to their specific needs.