Solar Power Profile - Toowong, QLD 4066
More than 1420 homes in postcode 4066 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Toowong, Stuartholme, Toowong Bc, Toowong Dc, Torwood, Auchenflower and Mount Coot-tha.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 9,892 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 43,112 kWh per day, or 15,736 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 $2,753,779 per year.
Toowong and 4066 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 11,487.28 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 95,727,333 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 4066
180th
State Wide
724th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Toowong
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Toowong: Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha - approx. 1.3 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Toowong, 4066
Toowong Demographics
Toowong and the postcode of 4066 has a total population of 17070 people, with a median age of 31 years. There are 8822 households in Toowong, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 2013 per week per household.
About 41% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Toowong is $2130/month. By installing solar power in Toowong, the average household could save 7.5% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $64426 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 1.83% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Toowong is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Toowong
Auchenflower is a suburb located in the inner-west of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. It is situated approximately 3 kilometers away from the Brisbane CBD. The suburb is known for its beautiful parks, heritage-listed homes, and a variety of local cafes and restaurants. One of the major attractions of Auchenflower is the Wesley Hospital, which is a leading private hospital in Queensland. The suburb also has a train station, making it convenient for commuters to travel to and from the city.
Auchenflower enjoys a subtropical climate with plenty of sunshine throughout the year. The average daily temperature ranges from 21°C to 29°C in summer and 9°C to 21°C in winter. The suburb receives an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power installation. With the help of solar installers in Auchenflower, residents can take advantage of the abundant sunshine to generate clean and renewable energy for their homes.
Installing solar panels in Auchenflower can provide numerous benefits, including reduced electricity bills, lower carbon footprint, and increased property value. By choosing the optimal solar panel angle and orientation, homeowners can maximize their solar yields and minimize shading issues. With the increasing demand for renewable energy, investing in solar power in Auchenflower can also contribute to a sustainable future for the town and the wider community.