Solar Power Profile - Silkstone, QLD 4304
More than 3427 homes in postcode 4304 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Silkstone, Booval Bc, Booval Dc, Blackstone, Booval, Booval Fair, Bundamba, Ebbw Vale and North Booval.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 18,710 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 82,435 kWh per day, or 30,089 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 $5,265,535.625 per year.
Silkstone and 4304 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 21,964.97 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 183,041,417 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 4304
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Solar Power in Silkstone
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Silkstone: Blackstone Bridge Alert - approx. 775 m
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Community Solar Statistics - Silkstone, 4304
Silkstone Demographics
Silkstone and the postcode of 4304 has a total population of 16725 people, with a median age of 37 years. There are 7492 households in Silkstone, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1300 per week per household.
About 52% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Silkstone is $1300/month. By installing solar power in Silkstone, the average household could save 9.83% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $84447 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 2.27% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Silkstone is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Silkstone
Blackstone is a small suburb located in the city of Ipswich, Queensland, postcode 4304. The area is known for its peaceful and quiet surroundings, making it an ideal place for those who prefer a laid-back lifestyle. Blackstone is situated near the Bremer River and is surrounded by several parks and reserves, including the Blackstone Reserve and the Bundamba Creek Reserve. The suburb also has a few local shops and cafes, making it a convenient place to live.
Blackstone experiences a subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. The suburb receives an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. With the right solar panel angle and orientation, households in Blackstone can take advantage of the abundant sunshine to generate their own electricity and reduce their reliance on the grid. Solar installers in the area can help homeowners design and install a solar power system that meets their specific needs and maximises their solar yields.
Investing in solar power in Blackstone can bring several benefits to homeowners. By generating their own electricity, households can reduce their carbon footprint and contribute to a cleaner environment. Solar power can also help households save money on their electricity bills, as they can use the electricity they generate instead of buying it from the grid. Additionally, solar power can increase the value of a property, making it a smart investment for homeowners. With the help of solar installers in Blackstone, households can take advantage of the abundant sunshine in the area and enjoy the benefits of renewable energy.