Solar Power Profile - Macquarie Heads, TAS 7468
More than 54 homes in postcode 7468 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Macquarie Heads and Strahan.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 347 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 1,106 kWh per day, or 404 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,277.5 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $70,645.75 per year.
Macquarie Heads and 7468 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 294.92 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 2,457,667 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 7468
90th
State Wide
2315th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Macquarie Heads
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Macquarie Heads: Cape Sorell - approx. 3 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Macquarie Heads, 7468
Macquarie Heads Demographics
Macquarie Heads and the postcode of 7468 has a total population of 593 people, with a median age of 40 years. There are 500 households in Macquarie Heads, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2 with a median income of 1347 per week per household.
About 37% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Macquarie Heads is $1083/month. By installing solar power in Macquarie Heads, the average household could save 9.83% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $84473 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 1.82% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Macquarie Heads is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Macquarie Heads
Macquarie Heads is a small town located in Tasmania, Australia. Situated at the mouth of the Macquarie Harbour, the town is surrounded by stunning natural beauty and boasts a range of outdoor activities for visitors to enjoy. The town is home to a number of local landmarks, including the Cape Sorell Lighthouse and the Gordon River Dam, both of which offer spectacular views of the surrounding area.
With an average of 2,200 sunshine hours per year, Macquarie Heads is an ideal location for solar power production. The town's location on the west coast of Tasmania means that it receives a high amount of sunlight throughout the year, making it an excellent choice for solar panel installation. Solar installers in Macquarie Heads can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximise solar yields and minimise shading issues.
Installing solar energy in Macquarie Heads offers a range of benefits for both homeowners and businesses. By producing renewable energy, residents and business owners can reduce their carbon footprint and save money on their energy bills. In addition, the Australian government offers a range of incentives and rebates for those who install solar panels, making it an affordable and attractive option for those looking to switch to renewable energy sources.