Solar Power Profile - Wurdong Heights, QLD 4680
More than 11151 homes in postcode 4680 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Wurdong Heights, Barmundu, Gladstone Bc, Gladstone Dc, Hetherington, Littlemore, O’connell, Barney Point, Beecher, Benaraby, Boyne Island, Boyne Valley, Boynedale, Builyan, Burua, Byellee, Callemondah, Calliope, Clinton, Curtis Island, Diglum, Gladstone, Gladstone Central, Gladstone Harbour, Gladstone South, Glen Eden, Heron Island, Iveragh, Kin Kora, Kirkwood, Many Peaks, Mount Alma, Nagoorin, New Auckland, O'connell, River Ranch, South End, South Gladstone, South Trees, Sun Valley, Tablelands, Tannum Sands, Taragoola, Telina, Toolooa, Ubobo, West Gladstone, West Stowe and Wooderson.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 66,282 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 317,292 kWh per day, or 115,812 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 $20,267,026.5 per year.
Wurdong Heights and 4680 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 84,542.76 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 704,523,000 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 4680
14th
State Wide
27th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Wurdong Heights
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Wurdong Heights: Benaraby - approx. 4.5 km
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Wurdong Heights Demographics
Wurdong Heights and the postcode of 4680 has a total population of 51043 people, with a median age of 36 years. There are 22987 households in Wurdong Heights, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.6 with a median income of 1746 per week per household.
About 54% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Wurdong Heights is $1638/month. By installing solar power in Wurdong Heights, the average household could save 9.1% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $78192 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 1.97% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Wurdong Heights is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Wurdong Heights
BARMUNDU QLD 4680 is a small town located in the Gladstone Region of Queensland, Australia. The town is situated on the Boyne River and is surrounded by stunning natural beauty, including the nearby Mount Larcom and Mount Barmundu. The town is known for its laid-back lifestyle, friendly locals, and abundance of outdoor activities.
With an average of 300 sunny days per year, BARMUNDU QLD 4680 is an ideal location for solar power. The town receives plenty of sunshine throughout the year, making it an excellent place to install solar panels. Solar power is an excellent investment for homeowners in BARMUNDU, as it can significantly reduce energy bills and help protect the environment.
Installing solar panels in BARMUNDU QLD 4680 is a smart choice for homeowners who want to reduce their carbon footprint and save money on energy costs. With the help of experienced solar installers, homeowners can ensure that their solar panels are installed at the optimal angle and orientation to maximise solar yields. Additionally, solar power can help protect homeowners from rising energy costs and provide a reliable source of electricity, even during power outages.