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Solar Power Profile - Capel, WA 6271

More than 936 homes in postcode 6271 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Capel, Capel River, Forrest Beach, Peppermint Grove Beach and Stirling Estate.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 4,595 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 20,027 kWh per day, or 7,310 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 $1,279,224.625 per year.

Capel and 6271 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 5,117 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 42,641,667 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 6271

127th

State Wide

1189th

Australia Wide

Solar Power in Capel

* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Capel: Capel North - approx. 1 km

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Capel

Magic Electrical Services

Bunbury, 6230

Quality electrical and solar solutions for Bunbury and the South West

Powertex Energy Solutions

6 Ponsford Chase, 6280

Solar power solutions proven renewable energy solutions.

Green Wave Solar Dunsborough & SW

Shop 4/42 Dunn Bay Road, 6281

Reliable Renewable Energy for a Cleaner Future

BSEWA

6 Bradman Street, 6280

Powering your future with the sun

Community Solar Statistics - Capel, 6271

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Capel Demographics

Capel and the postcode of 6271 has a total population of 3098 people, with a median age of 44 years. There are 1544 households in Capel, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 1465 per week per household.

About 65% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Capel is $1517/month. By installing solar power in Capel, the average household could save 7.37% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $63322 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 1.76% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Capel is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Capel

CAPEL WA 6271 is a charming town located in the South West region of Western Australia. The town is surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, including the Tuart Forest National Park and the Capel River. Visitors can enjoy hiking, camping, and fishing in the area, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. In addition to its natural beauty, the town also has a rich history and is home to several historic buildings and landmarks.

With its sunny climate and long daylight hours, CAPEL WA 6271 is an ideal location for solar power. The town receives an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, making it an excellent location for solar panel installation. Additionally, the town's flat terrain and lack of shading issues make it easy to optimize solar panel angle and orientation for maximum solar yields. Solar installers in the area can help residents and businesses take advantage of these ideal conditions to produce their own renewable energy.

By installing solar panels in CAPEL WA 6271, residents and businesses can enjoy a range of benefits. Solar power can help reduce energy bills and lower carbon emissions, making it a sustainable and cost-effective energy solution. Additionally, the Australian government offers incentives and rebates for solar panel installation, making it an even more attractive option for those looking to invest in renewable energy. With its sunny climate and ideal conditions for solar power, CAPEL WA 6271 is an excellent location for those interested in solar energy.

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