Solar Power Profile - Coral Bay, WA 6701
More than 410 homes in postcode 6701 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Coral Bay, Mauds Landing, Babbage Island, Bernier Island, Brockman, Brown Range, Carbla, Carnarvon, Dorre Island, East Carnarvon, Gilroyd, Greys Plain, Inggarda, Kennedy Range, Kingsford, Lyndon, Macleod, Massey Bay, Minilya, Morgantown, Ningaloo, North Plantations, South Carnarvon, South Plantations, Talisker, Woodleigh, Wooramel, Yalardy and Yandoo Creek.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 4,927 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 26,168 kWh per day, or 9,551 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $4,088 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,671,481 per year.
Coral Bay and 6701 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 6,685.7 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 55,714,167 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 6701
119th
State Wide
1132nd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Coral Bay
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Coral Bay: Cardabia - approx. 5.4 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Coral Bay, 6701
Coral Bay Demographics
Coral Bay and the postcode of 6701 has a total population of 4161 people, with a median age of 40 years. There are 2204 households in Coral Bay, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1399 per week per household.
About 42% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Coral Bay is $1300/month. By installing solar power in Coral Bay, the average household could save 26.21% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $225193 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 5.62% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Coral Bay is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Coral Bay
BABBAGE ISLAND WA 6701 is a small town located in the northern part of Western Australia. This remote town is situated on the coast of the Indian Ocean and is known for its stunning beaches and rugged coastline. The town is also home to a variety of wildlife, including sea turtles and dolphins, making it a popular destination for nature lovers.
With its location in the sunny region of Western Australia, BABBAGE ISLAND is an ideal location for solar power. The town experiences an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, which is perfect for producing solar energy. Solar installers in BABBAGE ISLAND can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. However, potential shading issues from nearby trees or buildings should be taken into consideration when installing solar panels.
Investing in solar power in BABBAGE ISLAND can have numerous benefits, including reducing energy costs and decreasing reliance on non-renewable energy sources. By installing solar panels, residents and businesses can contribute to a more sustainable future while also saving money on their energy bills. Solar power is a clean and renewable energy source that can help reduce carbon emissions and combat climate change. With the abundant sunshine in BABBAGE ISLAND, solar power is a smart investment for the future.