Solar Power Profile - St George, QLD 4487
More than 632 homes in postcode 4487 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of St George and Begonia.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 6,137 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 29,524 kWh per day, or 10,776 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $3,002.125 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,885,845.5 per year.
St George and 4487 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 7,866.48 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 65,554,000 km worth of car emissions.
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Solar Power in St George
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to St George: St George Post Office - approx. 264 m
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St George Demographics
St George and the postcode of 4487 has a total population of 2824 people, with a median age of 38 years. There are 1354 households in St George, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 1400 per week per household.
About 46% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in St George is $1230/month. By installing solar power in St George, the average household could save 20.34% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $174788 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 4.12% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in St George is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About St George
BEGONIA QLD 4487 is a small town located in the Central Highlands Region of Queensland, Australia. The town is surrounded by picturesque landscapes and is situated at the foothills of the Great Dividing Range. The town has a rich history and is known for its friendly locals and laid-back lifestyle. BEGONIA is a great place to visit for those who love nature and outdoor activities.
BEGONIA QLD 4487 is blessed with abundant sunshine throughout the year, making it an ideal location for solar power. The town receives an average of 5.5 hours of sunlight per day, which is more than enough to power homes and businesses with solar energy. Solar installers in BEGONIA can help residents and businesses take advantage of the town's sunny climate and install solar panels at the optimal angle and orientation to maximise solar yields.
Installing solar panels in BEGONIA has many benefits. Not only does it help reduce carbon emissions and promote a cleaner environment, but it also helps residents and businesses save money on their energy bills. With the help of solar power, BEGONIA can become a more sustainable and self-sufficient town. Contact local solar installers to learn more about the benefits of solar power in BEGONIA.