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Solar Power Profile - Exmouth, WA 6707

More than 301 homes in postcode 6707 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Exmouth, Cape Range National Park, Exmouth Gulf, Learmonth and North West Cape.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 3,524 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 18,967 kWh per day, or 6,923 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $4,024.125 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,211,517.125 per year.

Exmouth and 6707 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 4,846.1 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 40,384,167 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 6707

139th

State Wide

1329th

Australia Wide

Solar Power in Exmouth

* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Exmouth: Exmouth Town - approx. 266 m

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Community Solar Statistics - Exmouth, 6707

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Exmouth Demographics

Exmouth and the postcode of 6707 has a total population of 2828 people, with a median age of 37 years. There are 1343 households in Exmouth, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 1983 per week per household.

About 44% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Exmouth is $2103/month. By installing solar power in Exmouth, the average household could save 15.95% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $137031 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 3.9% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Exmouth is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Exmouth

Cape Range National Park is a stunning location situated in the North West Cape region of Western Australia. The park covers over 50,000 hectares and boasts a diverse range of landscapes, including rugged limestone ranges, deep canyons, pristine beaches, and crystal-clear waters. The park is home to a variety of wildlife, including kangaroos, wallabies, and emus.

With over 300 days of sunshine per year, Cape Range National Park is an ideal location for solar power production. The optimal angle for solar panels in this region is between 20 and 30 degrees, with a north-facing orientation. While shading can be an issue in some areas, a reputable solar installer can design a system to maximize solar yields.

Investing in solar power in Cape Range National Park not only provides environmental benefits but also financial benefits. With rising electricity prices, installing solar panels can significantly reduce energy bills and provide a return on investment in as little as 3-5 years. Additionally, the Australian government offers various incentives, such as the Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme, to encourage the installation of solar systems.

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