Solar Power Profile - Wivenhoe Pocket, QLD 4306
More than 13789 homes in postcode 4306 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Wivenhoe Pocket, Bellhaven, Blackwall, Forest Glade, Holts Hill, Loamside, Monsildale, West Amberley, Amberley, Avoca Vale, Banks Creek, Barellan Point, Benarkin, Benarkin North, Blackbutt, Blackbutt North, Blackbutt South, Blacksoil, Borallon, Cherry Creek, Chuwar, Colinton, Deebing Heights, Dundas, England Creek, Fairney View, Fernvale, Glamorgan Vale, Googa Creek, Goolman, Haigslea, Harlin, Ironbark, Karalee, Karana Downs, Karrabin, Kholo, Lake Manchester, Lark Hill, Linville, Moore, Mount Binga, Mount Crosby, Mount Marrow, Mount Stanley, Muirlea, Nukku, Peak Crossing, Pine Mountain, Purga, Ripley, South Ripley, Split Yard Creek, Swanbank, Taromeo, Teelah, Thagoona, Vernor, Walloon, Wanora, Washpool, White Rock, Willowbank and Wivenhoe.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 87,169 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 386,138 kWh per day, or 140,940 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 $24,664,564.75 per year.
Wivenhoe Pocket and 4306 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 102,886.2 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 857,385,000 km worth of car emissions.
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Solar Power in Wivenhoe Pocket
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Wivenhoe Pocket: Wivenhoe Pocket - approx. 2.3 km
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Wivenhoe Pocket Demographics
Wivenhoe Pocket and the postcode of 4306 has a total population of 40828 people, with a median age of 34 years. There are 15097 households in Wivenhoe Pocket, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.9 with a median income of 2114 per week per household.
About 71% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Wivenhoe Pocket is $1804/month. By installing solar power in Wivenhoe Pocket, the average household could save 8.26% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $70997 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 1.63% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Wivenhoe Pocket is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Wivenhoe Pocket
SOUTH RIPLEY QLD 4306 is a charming suburban town located in the City of Ipswich, Queensland, Australia. It is situated approximately 40 kilometers south-west of Brisbane CBD and is known for its picturesque landscapes and tranquil surroundings. The town is rapidly growing, with new residential estates being developed to accommodate the increasing population. The town offers a range of amenities, including parks, schools, and shopping centers, making it an ideal location for families.
South Ripley is blessed with abundant sunshine, with an average of 4.2 hours of sunlight per day. This makes it an ideal location for solar power generation. With the right solar panel angle and orientation, households and businesses in South Ripley can take advantage of the abundant sunshine to produce clean, renewable energy. Solar installers in the area can help residents choose the best solar panels and installation options to maximize solar yields and minimize shading issues.
Installing solar energy systems in South Ripley can bring significant benefits to households and businesses. It can reduce energy bills, increase energy independence, and reduce carbon emissions. Solar power is a reliable and sustainable source of energy that can help South Ripley transition to a greener future. By harnessing the power of the sun, residents can contribute to the global effort to combat climate change and create a more sustainable world.