Solar Power Profile - South Johnstone, QLD 4859
More than 92 homes in postcode 4859 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of South Johnstone and No. 6 Branch.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 572 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 2,629 kWh per day, or 960 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,852.375 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $167,927.375 per year.
South Johnstone and 4859 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 700.8 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 5,840,000 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 4859
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Solar Power in South Johnstone
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Postcode 4859
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to South Johnstone: South Johnstone Hyne St - approx. 239 m
Featured Solar Installers Servicing South Johnstone
Mission Solar and Electrical
13 Shepherd Close, 4852Mission Solar and Electrical Installs Solar Power Systems.
Community Solar Statistics - South Johnstone, 4859
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South Johnstone Demographics
South Johnstone and the postcode of 4859 has a total population of 446 people, with a median age of 46 years. There are 214 households in South Johnstone, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1154 per week per household.
About 63% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in South Johnstone is $882/month. By installing solar power in South Johnstone, the average household could save 17.5% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $150400 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 3.09% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in South Johnstone is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data![Icon](/images/icons/location.png)
About South Johnstone
NO. 6 BRANCH is a small town located in Queensland, Australia, with a population of just over 200 people. The town is situated in a picturesque location surrounded by lush greenery and beautiful mountain ranges such as the Great Dividing Range and the Bellenden Ker Range. Visitors can enjoy hiking, camping, and other outdoor activities in the nearby national parks.
NO. 6 BRANCH experiences a tropical climate with hot and humid summers and mild winters. The town receives abundant sunshine throughout the year, making it an ideal location for solar power production. Solar installers in NO. 6 BRANCH can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. While potential shading issues should be taken into consideration, the benefits of installing solar energy in NO. 6 BRANCH are significant.
Producing solar power in NO. 6 BRANCH can help reduce the town's carbon footprint and contribute to a cleaner environment. Solar energy is a renewable energy source that can help reduce reliance on non-renewable energy sources such as coal and oil. By installing solar panels, residents and businesses in NO. 6 BRANCH can save money on their energy bills and potentially even earn money by selling excess energy back to the grid. Overall, NO. 6 BRANCH is a prime location for solar power production and installation, and solar energy is a smart investment for the town's future.