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Solar Power Profile - Splinter Creek, QLD 4630

More than 446 homes in postcode 4630 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Splinter Creek, Bancroft, Bukali, Cania, Cannindah, Coominglah, Coominglah Forest, Dalga, Glenleigh, Harrami, Kalpowar, Kapaldo, Langley, Monal, Monto, Moonford, Mulgildie, Mungungo, Rawbelle, Selene, Tellebang, Three Moon, Ventnor and Yarrol.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 2,794 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 12,641 kWh per day, or 4,614 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,788.5 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $807,443.875 per year.

Splinter Creek and 4630 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 3,368.22 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 28,068,500 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 4630

289th

State Wide

1506th

Australia Wide

Solar Power in Splinter Creek

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Average kW per solar installation

Postcode 4630

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6-8kW
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Number of Home Solar Systems Installed

Postcode 4630

Daily Avg Sunshine in Splinter Creek
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Splinter Creek: Currajong - approx. 3.7 km

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Chalmers ESR

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Community Solar Statistics - Splinter Creek, 4630

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Homes With Solar

420

Homes With Solar

This calculation is based on the Clean Energy Regulator number of small-scale technology certificates (STCs) claimed for solar installations less than 100kW in size in the 4630 postcode. The number of certificates claimed is directly related to the number of solar power systems commissioned, as lodged by the solar installation business.

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Avg Solar Savings

$1,189/year

Avg Solar Savings

This calculation assumes a Beauru of Meteorology annual mean global daily irradiation for Splinter Creek based on the average solar system size for 4630, modelled with a 50% of solar production that is fed directly into the grid at 10c/kWh, and the remaining 50% of the solar energy produced being consumed within the home at an energy bill reduction of 25c/kWh.

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Est Retail Value of Power Generated

$941,669/year

Est Retail Value of Power Generated

This calculation assumes a Beauru of Meteorology mean global daily irradiation for Splinter Creek, using the total number of kW installed according to the Clean Energy Regulator, valued at 25c/kWh.

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Solar Panels Installed

2,009 kW

Solar Panels Installed

This calculation is based on for the number of kilowatts installed in postcode 4630 according to the Clean Energy Regulator.

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Avg Daily Solar Generation

10,051 kWh

Avg Daily Solar Generation

This calculation is based on the total number of kilowatts installed for this location sourced from the Clean Energy Regulator multiplied by the annual mean global daily irradiation for the Beauru of Meteorology weather station nearest to Splinter Creek. The amount of solar power generated each day is therefore the total amount of solar power generated per one day based on an average day of sunlight.

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Yearly Solar Generation

3,496 MWh

Yearly Solar Generation

This calculation is based on the total number of kilowatts installed for this location sourced from the Clean Energy Regulator multiplied by the mean global daily irradiation for the Beauru of Meteorology weather station nearest to Splinter Creek. The amount of solar power generated each year is therefore the total amount solar power panel generated for 12 months based on an average day of sunlight.

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Local Jobs Created

15

Local Jobs Created

This calculation is based on Beyond Zero Emissions economic modelling showing that 5.8 jobs are directly created per megawatt of rooftop solar installed. The amount of jobs created from rooftop solar in postcode 4630 takes the number of "Solar Panels Installed" calculation multiplied by 5.8 jobs/MW ratio to indicate the employment created.

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Community Energy Savings

$659,087/year

Community Energy Savings

This is based on the "Average Solar Savings" calculation multiplied by the total number of Homes with Solar calculation for postcode 4630. The total amount of money saved by residential solar power for this area indicates how much this location saves in total dollars each year from the total amount of solar power generation.

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Local Business Generated

$6,843,489

Local Business Generated

To figure out the economic value generated for solar installation businesses servicing postcode 4630, we take the Solar Panels Installed calculation and multiply it by an average assumed price of $3 per watt, which we adjusted for historical price changes. This then gives us an idea of the revenue generated by solar installation businesses supplying and installing solar power in the area.

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Annual CO2 Reduction

2,479 tonnes

Annual CO2 Reduction

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 4630 using the "Yearly Solar Generation" calculation multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in QLD. So this shows us the amount of carbon dioxide pollution equivalent that would be generated by coal-fired power stations for the same amount of kilowatts that are instead saved by clean and green rooftop solar power.

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Yearly Carbon Sequestration

38,235 trees

Yearly Carbon Sequestration

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 4630 using the "Yearly Solar Generation" calculation multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in QLD, then coverted to the number of trees that would be required to capture and sequester that amount of carbon dioxide pollution. (14 trees per tonne of CO2) So this number gives us a different way of understanding the environmental benefits of solar by giving us an equivalent number of mature trees capturing and sequestering carbon dioxide pollution into the soil that is equal to the amount of CO2 otherwise saved because of rooftop solar power in this area.

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Yearly Car Emissions

22,920,465 km driven

Yearly Car Emissions

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 4630 using the "Yearly Solar Generation" calculation multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in QLD, then coverted to the number of kilometres driven by an average car. (120g of CO2 per km driven) So this number gives us a different way of understanding the environmental benefits of solar by giving us an equivalent number of kilometres driven worth of car emissions that is equal to the amount of CO2 otherwise saved because of rooftop solar power in this area.

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Splinter Creek Demographics

Splinter Creek and the postcode of 4630 has a total population of 2032 people, with a median age of 51 years. There are 1152 households in Splinter Creek, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 990 per week per household.

About 58% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Splinter Creek is $867/month. By installing solar power in Splinter Creek, the average household could save 17.19% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $147726 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 3.47% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Splinter Creek is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Splinter Creek

BANCROFT QLD 4630 is a small town located in the North Burnett Region of Queensland, Australia. The town is known for its peaceful and scenic surroundings, making it an ideal location for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. The town is surrounded by several mountain ranges, including the Mount Perry Range and the Calliope Range, which provide a stunning backdrop to the town.

BANCROFT QLD 4630 enjoys a warm and sunny climate, with an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day. The town experiences mild winters and hot summers, with temperatures ranging from 15°C to 35°C. The warm climate and high levels of sunshine make BANCROFT QLD 4630 an ideal location for solar power. With the right solar panel angle and orientation, homeowners and businesses in the area can benefit from high solar yields and significant savings on their energy bills.

The benefits of solar power in BANCROFT QLD 4630 are numerous. By installing solar panels, homeowners and businesses can reduce their reliance on traditional energy sources, which can be expensive and harmful to the environment. Solar power is a renewable energy source, which means it is sustainable and can be used indefinitely. Additionally, by installing solar panels, homeowners and businesses can increase the value of their property and attract potential buyers who are interested in sustainable living. If you are interested in installing solar panels in BANCROFT QLD 4630, there are several reputable solar installers in the area who can help you get started.

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