Solar Power Profile - Bennett Springs, WA 6063
More than 3283 homes in postcode 6063 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Bennett Springs and Beechboro.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 15,663 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 71,621 kWh per day, or 26,142 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,405.25 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $4,574,791.375 per year.
Bennett Springs and 6063 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 18,299.4 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 152,495,000 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 6063
51st
State Wide
432nd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Bennett Springs
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Bennett Springs: Whiteman Park - approx. 2.4 km
Featured Solar Installers Servicing Bennett Springs
Quinncroft Electrical Group
Unit 9/31 Dellamarta Rd, 6065Uses Clean Energy Council Accredited Installers.
Community Solar Statistics - Bennett Springs, 6063
Bennett Springs Demographics
Bennett Springs and the postcode of 6063 has a total population of 14325 people, with a median age of 36 years. There are 5239 households in Bennett Springs, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.9 with a median income of 1632 per week per household.
About 72% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Bennett Springs is $1686/month. By installing solar power in Bennett Springs, the average household could save 6.95% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $59688 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 1.66% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Bennett Springs is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Bennett Springs
Beechboro is a suburb of Perth, Western Australia, located approximately 15 kilometers northeast of the city center. The suburb is known for its beautiful parks and reserves, including Altone Park and Bennett Brook Reserve, which offer plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and picnicking. Beechboro is also home to a number of shopping centers, restaurants, and cafes, making it a convenient and enjoyable place to live.
With an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, Beechboro is an ideal location for solar power. The optimal solar panel angle for Beechboro is around 30 degrees, facing north, which can help maximize solar yields. While shading from trees and nearby buildings can be an issue, working with experienced solar installers can help mitigate these issues and ensure that your solar panels are installed in the most optimal location.
Investing in solar power in Beechboro can provide a number of benefits, including reduced energy bills, increased property value, and a reduced carbon footprint. By generating your own renewable energy, you can also help contribute to a more sustainable future for the planet. With the help of local solar installers, you can easily make the switch to solar power and start enjoying the many benefits it has to offer.