Solar Power Profile - The Grange, QLD 4051
More than 3887 homes in postcode 4051 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of The Grange, Alderley, Enoggera, Gaythorne, Grange, Newmarket and Wilston.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 24,287 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 107,008 kWh per day, or 39,058 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 $6,835,136 per year.
The Grange and 4051 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 28,512.34 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 237,602,833 km worth of car emissions.
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Solar Power in The Grange
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to The Grange: Grange Bowling Club - approx. 332 m
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The Grange Demographics
The Grange and the postcode of 4051 has a total population of 27598 people, with a median age of 34 years. There are 12015 households in The Grange, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 2318 per week per household.
About 53% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in The Grange is $2229/month. By installing solar power in The Grange, the average household could save 6.69% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $57460 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 1.48% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in The Grange is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About The Grange
Located just 5km north of Brisbane's central business district, Alderley is a charming suburb that offers a peaceful and laid-back lifestyle. The area is known for its beautiful parks and green spaces, including the expansive Banks Street Reserve and the popular Grinstead Park. Alderley is also home to a number of historic buildings, such as the iconic Alderley Arms Hotel, which dates back to the early 1900s.
With an average of 261 sunny days per year, Alderley is an ideal location for solar power. The area receives plenty of sunshine throughout the year, which means that homeowners and businesses can benefit from high solar yields and significant savings on their energy bills. Solar installers in Alderley can help residents to design and install solar panel systems that are optimised for the local weather conditions, taking into account factors such as shading and panel orientation.
By investing in solar power in Alderley, residents can enjoy a range of benefits. Not only can solar power help to reduce energy bills and increase energy independence, but it can also help to reduce carbon emissions and contribute to a more sustainable future. With a growing number of solar installers and renewable energy companies operating in the area, Alderley is well positioned to become a leader in the transition to clean, renewable energy.