Solar Power Profile - Forrest Beach, WA 6271
More than 936 homes in postcode 6271 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Forrest Beach, Capel, Capel River, Peppermint Grove Beach and Stirling Estate.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 4,595 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 19,808 kWh per day, or 7,230 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 $1,265,236 per year.
Forrest Beach and 6271 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 5,061 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 42,175,000 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 6271
127th
State Wide
1189th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Forrest Beach
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Forrest Beach: Ludlow - approx. 3.5 km
Featured Solar Installers Servicing Forrest Beach
Magic Electrical Services
Bunbury, 6230Quality electrical and solar solutions for Bunbury and the South West
Powertex Energy Solutions
6 Ponsford Chase, 6280Solar power solutions proven renewable energy solutions.
Green Wave Solar Dunsborough & SW
Shop 4/42 Dunn Bay Road, 6281Reliable Renewable Energy for a Cleaner Future
Community Solar Statistics - Forrest Beach, 6271
Forrest Beach Demographics
Forrest Beach and the postcode of 6271 has a total population of 3098 people, with a median age of 44 years. There are 1544 households in Forrest Beach, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 1465 per week per household.
About 65% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Forrest Beach is $1517/month. By installing solar power in Forrest Beach, the average household could save 7.37% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $63322 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 1.76% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Forrest Beach is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Forrest Beach
CAPEL WA 6271 is a charming town located in the South West region of Western Australia. The town is surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, including the Tuart Forest National Park and the Capel River. Visitors can enjoy hiking, camping, and fishing in the area, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. In addition to its natural beauty, the town also has a rich history and is home to several historic buildings and landmarks.
With its sunny climate and long daylight hours, CAPEL WA 6271 is an ideal location for solar power. The town receives an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, making it an excellent location for solar panel installation. Additionally, the town's flat terrain and lack of shading issues make it easy to optimize solar panel angle and orientation for maximum solar yields. Solar installers in the area can help residents and businesses take advantage of these ideal conditions to produce their own renewable energy.
By installing solar panels in CAPEL WA 6271, residents and businesses can enjoy a range of benefits. Solar power can help reduce energy bills and lower carbon emissions, making it a sustainable and cost-effective energy solution. Additionally, the Australian government offers incentives and rebates for solar panel installation, making it an even more attractive option for those looking to invest in renewable energy. With its sunny climate and ideal conditions for solar power, CAPEL WA 6271 is an excellent location for those interested in solar energy.