Solar Power Profile - Birchs Bay, TAS 7162
More than 124 homes in postcode 7162 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Birchs Bay and Woodbridge.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 619 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 1,915 kWh per day, or 699 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $958.125 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $122,320.625 per year.
Birchs Bay and 7162 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 510.27 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 4,252,250 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 7162
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Solar Power in Birchs Bay
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Birchs Bay: Woodbridge - approx. 3.5 km
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Birchs Bay Demographics
Birchs Bay and the postcode of 7162 has a total population of 619 people, with a median age of 54 years. There are 280 households in Birchs Bay, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 1481 per week per household.
About 83% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Birchs Bay is $1777/month. By installing solar power in Birchs Bay, the average household could save 4.49% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $38612 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 1.24% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Birchs Bay is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Birchs Bay
Birchs Bay is a small town located in the Huon Valley, Tasmania, Australia. It is situated approximately 30 kilometres south of Hobart and has a population of around 250 people. The town is surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, including the Huon River and the nearby mountain ranges of Sleeping Beauty and Mount Wellington.
One of the main attractions of Birchs Bay is the local produce, with many local farms producing fresh fruit, vegetables, and other products. The town is also home to several art galleries and studios, showcasing the work of local artists. For outdoor enthusiasts, there are plenty of opportunities for hiking, fishing, and kayaking in the surrounding area.
Birchs Bay has a temperate maritime climate, with mild temperatures throughout the year. The town receives an average of 2000 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar panel installers in Birchs Bay can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation, with most roofs facing north or north-west. While there may be some potential shading issues from surrounding trees or buildings, the high levels of sunshine mean that solar yields in Birchs Bay are generally very good. Installing solar energy in Birchs Bay is a great way to reduce energy bills and contribute to a more sustainable future.