Solar Power Profile - Brooks Bay, TAS 7116
More than 356 homes in postcode 7116 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Brooks Bay, Cairns Bay, Castle Forbes Bay, Geeveston, Police Point, Port Huon, Surges Bay and Surveyors Bay.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 1,886 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 5,929 kWh per day, or 2,164 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,085.875 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $378,714.875 per year.
Brooks Bay and 7116 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 1,579.72 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 13,164,333 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 7116
54th
State Wide
1664th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Brooks Bay
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Brooks Bay: Lymington (fattys Lane) - approx. 5.7 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Brooks Bay, 7116
Brooks Bay Demographics
Brooks Bay and the postcode of 7116 has a total population of 2319 people, with a median age of 48 years. There are 1167 households in Brooks Bay, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1129 per week per household.
About 69% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Brooks Bay is $1141/month. By installing solar power in Brooks Bay, the average household could save 7.93% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $68152 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 1.85% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Brooks Bay is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Brooks Bay
BROOKS BAY is a small town located in the southern part of Tasmania, Australia. It is situated on the western side of Huon River, and it is surrounded by beautiful mountain ranges such as the Hartz Mountains and the Adamson's Peak. The town is known for its picturesque views, pristine beaches and a variety of outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and kayaking.
Brooks Bay has an oceanic climate with mild temperatures throughout the year. The average temperature in summer ranges from 17 to 22°C, while in winter, it ranges from 6 to 12°C. The town receives an average of 2000 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal location for solar power installation. With the right solar panel angle and orientation, homeowners and businesses in Brooks Bay can benefit from high solar yields and reduced energy bills.
Installing solar panels in Brooks Bay is a great way to take advantage of renewable energy and reduce your carbon footprint. By working with reputable solar installers in the area, you can ensure that your solar panels are installed correctly and efficiently. Additionally, with the Australian government's solar rebate program, you can receive financial incentives for installing solar panels. Overall, Brooks Bay is a great location for solar power, and with the right solar panel installation, homeowners and businesses can benefit from clean and affordable energy.