Solar Power Profile - Tarrawarra, QLD 4868
More than 3881 homes in postcode 4868 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Tarrawarra, Bayview Heights, Mount Sheridan, White Rock and Woree.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 25,506 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 88,688 kWh per day, or 32,371 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,469.125 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $5,664,946 per year.
Tarrawarra and 4868 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 23,630.83 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 196,923,583 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 4868
80th
State Wide
216th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Tarrawarra
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Tarrawarra: Tarrawarra Monastery - approx. 1.6 km
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Tarrawarra Demographics
Tarrawarra and the postcode of 4868 has a total population of 20821 people, with a median age of 38 years. There are 8621 households in Tarrawarra, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.6 with a median income of 1554 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 Tarrawarra is $1517/month. By installing solar power in Tarrawarra, the average household could save 8.07% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $69352 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 1.82% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Tarrawarra is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Tarrawarra
Bayview Heights is a beautiful suburb located in the southern part of Cairns, Queensland, Australia. The town is surrounded by lush greenery, and it offers a peaceful and serene atmosphere to its residents. Bayview Heights has a population of around 5,000 people, and it is known for its stunning views of the surrounding mountain ranges, including Walsh's Pyramid, Bartle Frere, and Bellenden Ker.
The town experiences a tropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature in Bayview Heights is around 25°C, and it receives an average of 2,400 hours of sunshine per year. These weather conditions make Bayview Heights an ideal location for solar power installations. With the right solar panel angle and orientation, residents can harness the power of the sun to generate clean and renewable energy for their homes.
Installing solar panels in Bayview Heights has numerous benefits. Not only does it help homeowners save money on their energy bills, but it also reduces their carbon footprint and contributes to a cleaner and more sustainable environment. There are several reputable solar installers in Bayview Heights who can help residents design and install a solar power system that meets their specific energy needs. By going solar, residents of Bayview Heights can take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine and contribute to a greener future for their community.