Solar Power Profile - Barragup, WA 6209
More than 512 homes in postcode 6209 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Barragup and Furnissdale.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 2,400 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 10,917 kWh per day, or 3,985 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,341.375 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $697,323.375 per year.
Barragup and 6209 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 2,789.5 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 23,245,833 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 6209
154th
State Wide
1534th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Barragup
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Barragup: Mandurah - approx. 5.4 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Barragup, 6209
Barragup Demographics
Barragup and the postcode of 6209 has a total population of 1758 people, with a median age of 51 years. There are 836 households in Barragup, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1122 per week per household.
About 71% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Barragup is $1842/month. By installing solar power in Barragup, the average household could save 6.07% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $52149 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 2.3% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Barragup is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Barragup
BARRAGUP WA 6209 is a small town located in the Peel region of Western Australia. The town is known for its idyllic location along the banks of the Murray River and its proximity to the Serpentine National Park. Visitors to the town can enjoy a range of outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and hiking. The town is also home to a number of local businesses including solar installers who can help residents take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine to produce renewable energy.
The weather in BARRAGUP WA 6209 is characterized by warm summers and mild winters. The town receives an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power production. Solar panels installed in the town should be oriented towards the north and tilted at an angle of around 30 degrees to maximize solar yield. While shading can be an issue in some areas, solar installers in the town can work with residents to identify the best locations for solar panel installation.
The abundance of sunshine in BARRAGUP WA 6209 makes it an ideal location for solar power production. By installing solar panels on their homes or businesses, residents can take advantage of the town's sunny climate to generate their own renewable energy. In addition to reducing their carbon footprint, solar power can also help residents save money on their energy bills. Local solar installers can provide expert advice on the best solar panel systems for individual needs, as well as installation and maintenance services to ensure optimal performance.