Solar Power Profile - Thulimbah, QLD 4376
More than 85 homes in postcode 4376 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Thulimbah.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 702 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 3,059 kWh per day, or 1,117 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $2,299.5 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $195,393.625 per year.
Thulimbah and 4376 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 815.41 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 6,795,083 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 4376
372nd
State Wide
2089th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Thulimbah
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Thulimbah: Maryland - approx. 4.2 km
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Thulimbah Demographics
Thulimbah and the postcode of 4376 has a total population of 293 people, with a median age of 49 years. There are 152 households in Thulimbah, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 955 per week per household.
About 58% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Thulimbah is $1225/month. By installing solar power in Thulimbah, the average household could save 15.64% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $134427 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 4.63% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Thulimbah is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Thulimbah
Thulimbah is a small town located in Queensland, Australia with a population of just over 500 people. It is situated in the Southern Downs Region, approximately 160 km southwest of Brisbane. The town is surrounded by beautiful mountain ranges, including the Great Dividing Range and the Main Range National Park, which provide a stunning backdrop to the area.
Thulimbah is a popular tourist destination due to its close proximity to many attractions, including wineries, national parks, and hiking trails. Visitors can explore the Granite Belt Wine Country, which is home to some of the best wineries in the country. The Girraween National Park is also nearby and offers visitors the chance to explore stunning rock formations and scenic hiking trails.
Thulimbah is an ideal location for producing solar power due to its high levels of sunshine throughout the year. The town experiences an average of 5.7 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for installing solar panels. Solar installers in Thulimbah can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation, which is between 20 and 30 degrees facing north. Potential shading issues can be mitigated by careful placement of solar panels, and solar yields can be maximized by using high-quality solar panels and inverters. By harnessing the power of the sun, Thulimbah residents can benefit from renewable energy and reduce their carbon footprint.