Solar Power Profile - Speewah, QLD 4881
More than 900 homes in postcode 4881 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Speewah, Koah, Kuranda and Mona Mona.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 5,861 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 27,918 kWh per day, or 10,190 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,980.125 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,783,262.25 per year.
Speewah and 4881 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 7,438.7 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 61,989,167 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 4881
225th
State Wide
1029th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Speewah
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Speewah: Kuranda Hilltop - approx. 8 km
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Speewah Demographics
Speewah and the postcode of 4881 has a total population of 4308 people, with a median age of 47 years. There are 1910 households in Speewah, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 1352 per week per household.
About 69% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Speewah is $1647/month. By installing solar power in Speewah, the average household could save 10.02% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $86097 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 2.82% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Speewah is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Speewah
KOAH is a small rural town located in Far North Queensland, Australia. It is situated in the Atherton Tablelands and is surrounded by lush greenery and rolling hills. The town is known for its peaceful atmosphere and natural beauty, making it a popular destination for tourists and nature enthusiasts.
With an average of over 300 sunny days per year, KOAH is an ideal location for solar power. Solar panels installed in this area can produce a high yield of energy due to the optimal angle and orientation of the panels. The town also experiences minimal shading issues, making it an ideal location for solar installers. The abundance of sunshine hours in KOAH makes it a prime location for renewable energy, and the town is actively encouraging the use of solar power to reduce carbon emissions and promote sustainability.
Some of the attractions in KOAH include the nearby Barron Gorge National Park, which offers stunning views of the Barron River and surrounding mountains. The town is also home to the Mareeba Wetlands, which is a popular spot for birdwatching and wildlife spotting. Visitors can also explore the local markets and sample the fresh produce grown in the area.