Solar Power Profile - St Lucia, QLD 4067
More than 763 homes in postcode 4067 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of St Lucia, Ironside and St Lucia South.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 5,246 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 22,862 kWh per day, or 8,345 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,916.25 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,460,310.25 per year.
St Lucia and 4067 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 6,091.85 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 50,765,417 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 4067
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State Wide
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Solar Power in St Lucia
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to St Lucia: Toowong Bowls Club - approx. 971 m
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St Lucia Demographics
St Lucia and the postcode of 4067 has a total population of 9397 people, with a median age of 25 years. There are 4420 households in St Lucia, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1761 per week per household.
About 39% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in St Lucia is $2000/month. By installing solar power in St Lucia, the average household could save 7.98% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $68614 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 2.09% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in St Lucia is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About St Lucia
IRONSIDE QLD 4067 is a charming suburb located in the western part of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. It is known for its peaceful and serene atmosphere, making it an ideal place for families and retirees. The suburb is surrounded by lush greenery, which adds to its natural beauty. Some of the notable landmarks in the area include the Ironside State School, the St. Lucia Golf Links, and the Hawken Village Shopping Centre.
With an average of 261 sunny days per year, IRONSIDE QLD 4067 is an excellent location for solar power. Homeowners can benefit from installing solar panels on their roofs, as they can generate a significant amount of electricity from the sun's rays. Solar installers in the area can help homeowners determine the optimal angle and orientation for their solar panels, as well as identify any potential shading issues that may affect solar yields.
Renewable energy is the way of the future, and IRONSIDE QLD 4067 is an excellent location for homeowners to take advantage of solar power. By installing solar panels, homeowners can reduce their reliance on grid electricity and save money on their energy bills. Additionally, solar power is a clean and sustainable energy source, which helps to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and protect the environment.