Solar Power Profile - Cataby, WA 6507
More than 144 homes in postcode 6507 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Cataby, Cooljarloo, Dandaragan, Mimegarra, Regans Ford and Yathroo.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 1,851 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 8,641 kWh per day, or 3,154 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $3,832.5 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $551,943.875 per year.
Cataby and 6507 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 2,207.8 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 18,398,333 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 6507
173rd
State Wide
1671st
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Cataby
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Cataby: Dandaragan West - approx. 5.9 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Cataby, 6507
Cataby Demographics
Cataby and the postcode of 6507 has a total population of 389 people, with a median age of 44 years. There are 182 households in Cataby, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1903 per week per household.
About 64% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Cataby is $1591/month. By installing solar power in Cataby, the average household could save 20.07% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $172504 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 3.87% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Cataby is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Cataby
CATABY WA 6507 is a small town located in the Wheatbelt region of Western Australia. The town is known for its vast wheat fields, beautiful wildflowers, and stunning natural scenery. Visitors can enjoy a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, camping, and birdwatching. The town is also home to several historic buildings and landmarks, including the Cataby Homestead and the Cataby Railway Station.
With over 300 days of sunshine per year, CATABY is an ideal location for solar power production. The optimal solar panel angle and orientation in CATABY is 30-35 degrees to the north to maximise solar yields. While shading can be an issue in some areas, experienced solar installers in CATABY can help design and install solar systems that are optimised for the local conditions.
Installing solar energy systems in CATABY can provide significant benefits for homeowners and businesses. Solar power can help reduce electricity bills, provide a reliable source of energy, and reduce carbon emissions. With the increasing demand for renewable energy sources, investing in solar power can also increase the value of properties in CATABY and attract environmentally conscious buyers.