Solar Power Profile - Springwood, QLD 4127
More than 5176 homes in postcode 4127 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Springwood, Chatswood Hills, Springwood Bc, Daisy Hill, Priestdale and Slacks Creek.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 30,073 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 133,215 kWh per day, or 48,623 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,660.75 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $8,509,108.125 per year.
Springwood and 4127 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 35,494.79 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 295,789,917 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 4127
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Solar Power in Springwood
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Springwood: Springwood Dorset Dr - approx. 1.1 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Springwood, 4127
Springwood Demographics
Springwood and the postcode of 4127 has a total population of 25397 people, with a median age of 38 years. There are 10048 households in Springwood, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.7 with a median income of 1602 per week per household.
About 61% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Springwood is $1700/month. By installing solar power in Springwood, the average household could save 8.14% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $69959 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 1.99% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Springwood is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Springwood
Chatswood Hills is a suburb located in the south-east of Queensland, Australia. The town is known for its quiet and peaceful atmosphere, making it a perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. The town's location provides easy access to major highways, making it a convenient location for commuters.
Chatswood Hills enjoys a subtropical climate with an average of 245 sunny days per year, making it an ideal location for solar power. The optimal angle for solar panels in Chatswood Hills is between 20 to 30 degrees, facing north to north-east to maximise solar yields. While shading can be an issue, professional solar installers can help to mitigate this issue by designing a solar system that takes into account the shading patterns of the area.
Installing solar energy in Chatswood Hills can provide numerous benefits, including reducing electricity bills, increasing property value, and contributing to a more sustainable future. With the abundance of sunshine in the area, solar power is a viable and cost-effective option for homeowners and businesses alike. By investing in solar power, Chatswood Hills can reduce its carbon footprint and contribute to a cleaner environment for future generations.