Solar Power Profile - Bentley, WA 6102
More than 1422 homes in postcode 6102 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Bentley, Bentley Dc, Bentley South and St James.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 8,343 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 38,350 kWh per day, or 13,998 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,724.625 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $2,449,606.25 per year.
Bentley and 6102 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 9,798.6 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 81,655,000 km worth of car emissions.
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Solar Power in Bentley
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Bentley: Perth Regional Office - approx. 6 km
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Bentley Demographics
Bentley and the postcode of 6102 has a total population of 12081 people, with a median age of 32 years. There are 5850 households in Bentley, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1410 per week per household.
About 34% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Bentley is $1733/month. By installing solar power in Bentley, the average household could save 8.29% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $71266 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 2.35% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Bentley is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Bentley
BENTLEY WA 6102 is a suburb located in the City of Canning, Western Australia. It is situated approximately 8 kilometers south-east of Perth's central business district. The suburb is known for its multicultural community and offers a variety of attractions and features. The Bentley Plaza Shopping Centre is a popular destination for shopping, dining, and entertainment. The area also has several parks and reserves, including the Wilson Park, which is perfect for outdoor activities such as picnics and sports.
BENTLEY WA 6102 enjoys a Mediterranean climate with hot and dry summers and mild winters. The suburb receives an average of 8.8 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar energy is a clean and renewable source of energy that can help reduce carbon emissions and electricity bills. By installing solar panels on rooftops, households and businesses in BENTLEY WA 6102 can generate their own electricity and contribute to a sustainable future.
There are several solar installers in BENTLEY WA 6102 that can help residents and businesses with solar panel installation, maintenance, and repair. These solar companies can provide expert advice on the optimal solar panel angle and orientation, potential shading issues, and solar yields. By working with a reputable solar installer, residents and businesses can ensure that their solar panels are installed correctly and efficiently, maximizing their solar energy production and savings.