Solar Power Profile - Craigie, WA 6025
More than 6749 homes in postcode 6025 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Craigie, Hillarys, Kallaroo and Padbury.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 31,022 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 142,591 kWh per day, or 52,046 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 $9,108,000.125 per year.
Craigie and 6025 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 36,432.2 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 303,601,667 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 6025
19th
State Wide
153rd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Craigie
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Craigie: Beenyup - approx. 911 m
Featured Solar Installers Servicing Craigie
Quinncroft Electrical Group
Unit 9/31 Dellamarta Rd, 6065Uses Clean Energy Council Accredited Installers.
Community Solar Statistics - Craigie, 6025
Craigie Demographics
Craigie and the postcode of 6025 has a total population of 30148 people, with a median age of 40 years. There are 12439 households in Craigie, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.6 with a median income of 2108 per week per household.
About 77% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Craigie is $2000/month. By installing solar power in Craigie, the average household could save 5.59% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $48029 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 1.22% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Craigie is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Craigie
Craigie is a charming suburb located in Perth's northern suburbs, Western Australia. It is situated just 20 minutes away from the city centre and is known for its family-friendly community and laid-back lifestyle. Craigie boasts a range of amenities, including a shopping centre, medical facilities, schools, parks, and sports clubs. The suburb is also home to the beautiful Craigie Bushland, which is perfect for nature lovers and hikers.
Perth is known for its sunny weather, and Craigie is no exception. The suburb enjoys an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar panels can be installed on rooftops with optimal orientation and angle to maximise solar yield. However, shading issues should be considered, especially during the winter months when the sun is lower in the sky. With the help of professional solar installers in Craigie, homeowners can take advantage of the abundant sunshine and reduce their reliance on non-renewable energy sources.
Installing solar energy systems in Craigie offers numerous benefits, including lower electricity bills, reduced carbon footprint, and increased property value. Homeowners can also take advantage of government incentives, such as the Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme (SRES) and the Western Australia Solar Panel Rebate Scheme, which can significantly reduce the upfront cost of solar panel installation. By going solar, Craigie residents can contribute to a cleaner and more sustainable future while enjoying long-term savings on their energy bills.