Solar Power Profile - Bakers Hill, WA 6562
More than 408 homes in postcode 6562 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Bakers Hill, Copley and Woottating.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 2,009 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 9,185 kWh per day, or 3,353 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,469.125 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $586,691.875 per year.
Bakers Hill and 6562 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 2,347.1 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 19,559,167 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 6562
168th
State Wide
1626th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Bakers Hill
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Bakers Hill: Bakers Hill - approx. 292 m
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Community Solar Statistics - Bakers Hill, 6562
Bakers Hill Demographics
Bakers Hill and the postcode of 6562 has a total population of 1226 people, with a median age of 45 years. There are 566 households in Bakers Hill, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.6 with a median income of 1547 per week per household.
About 73% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Bakers Hill is $1800/month. By installing solar power in Bakers Hill, the average household could save 6.8% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $58449 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 1.83% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Bakers Hill is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Bakers Hill
Located in the Wheatbelt region of Western Australia, Bakers Hill is a small town with a population of just over 500 people. The town is situated approximately 80km east of Perth and is known for its scenic views of the Darling Range and its close proximity to the Bakers Hill National Park.
Bakers Hill is a popular destination for tourists due to its quaint country charm and a range of attractions. Visitors can enjoy a range of outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, and fishing. The town is also home to a number of historic buildings and landmarks, including the Bakers Hill Railway Station and the Bakers Hill Pie Shop.
With an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day and minimal rainfall throughout the year, Bakers Hill is an ideal location for solar power. Solar installers in Bakers Hill can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation to produce high solar yields. Additionally, the town's minimal shading issues make it an excellent location for solar energy production. By installing solar panels in Bakers Hill, residents and businesses can reduce their reliance on non-renewable energy sources and contribute to a more sustainable future.