Solar Power Profile - Wacol, QLD 4076
More than 1101 homes in postcode 4076 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Wacol, Wacol East Immigration Centre and Darra.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 14,655 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 64,221 kWh per day, or 23,441 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $3,704.75 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $4,102,116.375 per year.
Wacol and 4076 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 17,111.93 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 142,599,417 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 4076
138th
State Wide
481st
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Wacol
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Wacol: Brisbane Road Alert - approx. 2.7 km
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Wacol Demographics
Wacol and the postcode of 4076 has a total population of 4604 people, with a median age of 35 years. There are 1869 households in Wacol, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.6 with a median income of 1523 per week per household.
About 50% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Wacol is $1499/month. By installing solar power in Wacol, the average household could save 20.6% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $176988 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 4.68% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Wacol is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Wacol
DARRA QLD 4076 is a suburb located in the south-west of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. The suburb is known for its peaceful and quiet environment, making it an ideal place to live for families and retirees. The suburb has a mix of residential and industrial areas, with a range of amenities such as parks, schools, and shopping centres.
With an average of 261 sunny days per year, DARRA QLD 4076 is an ideal location for solar power. The suburb receives plenty of sunshine, making it perfect for solar panel installation. Solar power is an excellent investment for residents of DARRA QLD 4076, as it can help reduce energy bills and increase the value of their homes. Solar installers in DARRA QLD 4076 can help residents choose the optimal solar panel angle and orientation, as well as identify potential shading issues to ensure maximum solar yields.
Switching to solar power in DARRA QLD 4076 is not only beneficial for homeowners, but it also helps to reduce the carbon footprint of the suburb. Installing solar energy systems can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote renewable energy. With the increasing demand for renewable energy, DARRA QLD 4076 is taking the lead in promoting solar power and encouraging residents to switch to solar energy.