Solar Power Profile - Boorabbin, WA 6429
More than 151 homes in postcode 6429 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Boorabbin, Bullabulling, Coolgardie, Karramindie, Londonderry, Mount Burges, Victoria Rock and Wallaroo.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 1,012 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 4,674 kWh per day, or 1,706 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,980.125 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $298,551.75 per year.
Boorabbin and 6429 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 1,194.2 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 9,951,667 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 6429
197th
State Wide
1930th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Boorabbin
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Boorabbin: Koorarawalyee - approx. 50.8 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Boorabbin, 6429
Boorabbin Demographics
Boorabbin and the postcode of 6429 has a total population of 682 people, with a median age of 47 years. There are 403 households in Boorabbin, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 1208 per week per household.
About 48% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Boorabbin is $927/month. By installing solar power in Boorabbin, the average household could save 17.8% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $152968 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 3.15% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Boorabbin is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Boorabbin
Boorabbin is a small town located in the Goldfields-Esperance region of Western Australia. The town is situated on the Great Eastern Highway, approximately 400 km east of Perth. Boorabbin is surrounded by vast open spaces and stunning natural beauty, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
One of the main attractions in Boorabbin is the nearby Boorabbin National Park, which is home to a variety of native flora and fauna. Visitors can explore the park's walking trails, picnic areas, and scenic lookouts. Another popular attraction is the Boorabbin Rock, a massive granite outcrop that offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape.
With its abundant sunshine and clear skies, Boorabbin is an ideal location for solar power. The town experiences an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, making it one of the sunniest places in Western Australia. Solar power is a clean, renewable energy source that can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and lower energy costs for residents and businesses in Boorabbin. By installing solar panels on their homes or businesses, residents can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize their solar yields and generate their own electricity.