Solar Power Profile - Ward, QLD 4470
More than 559 homes in postcode 4470 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Ward, Sommariva, Bakers Bend, Charleville, Gowrie Station, Langlo, Murweh and Riversleigh.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 3,847 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 19,057 kWh per day, or 6,956 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $2,171.75 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,217,265.875 per year.
Ward and 4470 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 5,077.88 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 42,315,667 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 4470
254th
State Wide
1285th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Ward
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Ward: Wansey Downs - approx. 9.2 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Ward, 4470
Ward Demographics
Ward and the postcode of 4470 has a total population of 2693 people, with a median age of 42 years. There are 1534 households in Ward, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 1345 per week per household.
About 49% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Ward is $876/month. By installing solar power in Ward, the average household could save 20.66% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $177539 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 3.11% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Ward is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Ward
Located in the heart of Queensland, BAKERS BEND QLD 4470 is a small town with a lot of character. The town is surrounded by stunning natural beauty, including the rugged mountain ranges of Carnarvon National Park, which are a popular spot for hiking and camping. Bakers Bend is also home to a number of charming local businesses, including bakeries, cafes, and boutique shops.
With an average of over 300 sunny days per year, Bakers Bend is an ideal location for solar power. The town's high levels of sunshine make it an attractive destination for solar installers and renewable energy companies. Additionally, the town's location in the heart of Queensland means that it is well-positioned to take advantage of the state's growing solar industry.
By installing solar panels in Bakers Bend, residents and businesses can take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine to generate their own clean, renewable energy. Solar power is a great way to reduce your carbon footprint and save money on your energy bills. With the help of a qualified solar installer, you can design a solar panel system that is tailored to your specific needs and maximises your solar yields.