Solar Power Profile - Yellow Wood, QLD 4207
More than 14266 homes in postcode 4207 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Yellow Wood, Cabbage Tree Point, Yatala Dc, Alberton, Bahrs Scrub, Bannockburn, Beenleigh, Belivah, Buccan, Cedar Creek, Eagleby, Edens Landing, Holmview, Kairabah, Logan Village, Luscombe, Mount Warren Park, Stapylton, Steiglitz, Windaroo, Wolffdene, Woongoolba, Yarrabilba and Yatala.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 94,279 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 417,633 kWh per day, or 152,436 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,852.375 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $26,676,307.875 per year.
Yellow Wood and 4207 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 111,278.28 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 927,319,000 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 4207
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State Wide
9th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Yellow Wood
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Yellow Wood: Beenleigh Bowls Club - approx. 4.1 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Yellow Wood, 4207
Yellow Wood Demographics
Yellow Wood and the postcode of 4207 has a total population of 63591 people, with a median age of 34 years. There are 24968 households in Yellow Wood, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.7 with a median income of 1494 per week per household.
About 55% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Yellow Wood is $1655/month. By installing solar power in Yellow Wood, the average household could save 9.33% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $80153 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 2.38% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Yellow Wood is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Yellow Wood
Alberton is a small town located in the Gold Coast hinterland, Queensland, Australia. The town is situated on the banks of the Albert River and surrounded by lush greenery, making it an ideal location for nature lovers. Alberton is home to several attractions, including the Alberton Railway Station, which is a heritage-listed railway station that dates back to the 1880s. Visitors can also explore the nearby Coombabah Lake Conservation Park, which is home to a variety of wildlife species.
Alberton has a subtropical climate with plenty of sunshine throughout the year. The town receives an average of 245 sunny days per year, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar panel installers in Alberton can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. However, potential shading issues should be taken into consideration when installing solar panels.
Installing solar energy in Alberton can provide several benefits, including reduced electricity bills and a lower carbon footprint. Solar power is a renewable energy source that can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. By installing solar panels, residents and businesses in Alberton can take a step towards a more sustainable future while also enjoying the financial benefits of solar power.