Solar Power Profile - Forrest, WA 6434
More than 13 homes in postcode 6434 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Forrest, Cundeelee, Parkeston, Rawlinna and Zanthus.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 93 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 427 kWh per day, or 156 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $2,107.875 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $27,274.625 per year.
Forrest and 6434 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 109.2 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 910,000 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 6434
329th
State Wide
2555th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Forrest
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Forrest: Loongana - approx. 40.5 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Forrest, 6434
Forrest Demographics
Forrest and the postcode of 6434 has a total population of 18 people, with a median age of 31 years. There are 10 households in Forrest, with an average of 0.5 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.7 with a median income of 1499 per week per household.
About 50% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Forrest is $0/month. By installing solar power in Forrest, the average household could save Infinity% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $Infinity 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 2.7% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Forrest is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Forrest
CUNDEELEE WA 6434 is a small town located in the Goldfields-Esperance region of Western Australia. The town is situated in a picturesque location surrounded by the stunning Dundas Nature Reserve and the picturesque Peak Charles National Park. Visitors can enjoy hiking, camping, and bird watching in the nearby natural areas. The town also has a number of local attractions including the Cundelee Historic Woolshed and the Cundelee Train Station.
CUNDEELEE WA 6434 enjoys a sunny and arid climate with an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day. The town has a high potential for solar power generation due to its location and weather conditions. Solar installers in CUNDEELEE can design and install solar panels at an optimal angle and orientation to maximise solar yields. However, potential shading issues should be taken into account when designing solar systems in the area.
The benefits of solar power in CUNDEELEE WA 6434 are numerous. Solar power is a renewable energy source that can significantly reduce energy bills and carbon emissions. Installing solar panels can also increase the value of a property. Solar power is a reliable and sustainable source of energy that can provide energy independence to households and businesses in the area. Solar installers in CUNDEELEE can provide expert advice on solar panel installation and maintenance to ensure optimal performance and longevity of solar systems.