Solar Power Profile - Dongara, WA 6525
More than 947 homes in postcode 6525 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Dongara, Allanooka, Arrowsmith, Bonniefield, Bookara, Irwin, Milo, Mount Adams, Mount Horner, Port Denison, Springfield and Yardarino.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 4,968 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 24,139 kWh per day, or 8,811 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,596.875 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,541,878.625 per year.
Dongara and 6525 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 6,167.7 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 51,397,500 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 6525
127th
State Wide
1204th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Dongara
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Postcode 6525
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Dongara: Dongara - approx. 869 m
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Community Solar Statistics - Dongara, 6525
Dongara Demographics
Dongara and the postcode of 6525 has a total population of 3139 people, with a median age of 53 years. There are 1849 households in Dongara, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 1168 per week per household.
About 54% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Dongara is $1537/month. By installing solar power in Dongara, the average household could save 8.66% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $74402 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 2.63% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Dongara is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Dongara
Allanooka is a small town located in the Mid West region of Western Australia. The town is situated approximately 20km east of the coastal city of Geraldton and is surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes, including the picturesque Mount Hill and Mount Tibradden. Allanooka is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, with a range of outdoor activities available, including hiking, camping and fishing.
With an average of over 8 hours of sunshine per day, Allanooka is an ideal location for solar power. The town's sunny climate and lack of shading issues make it a prime location for solar panel installation. By harnessing the power of the sun, residents and businesses in Allanooka can reduce their reliance on traditional energy sources and lower their carbon footprint.
Installing solar energy systems in Allanooka not only benefits the environment, but it can also provide significant financial savings. With the help of experienced solar installers, residents can maximise their solar yields by ensuring their panels are installed at the optimal angle and orientation. By taking advantage of the town's abundant sunshine, Allanooka can become a leader in renewable energy and set an example for other communities to follow.