Solar Power Profile - Frankland River, WA 6396
More than 32 homes in postcode 6396 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Frankland River and Frankland.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 248 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 1,008 kWh per day, or 368 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $2,044 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $64,386 per year.
Frankland River and 6396 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 257.6 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 2,146,667 km worth of car emissions.
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Solar Power in Frankland River
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Frankland River: Bokerup - approx. 8.1 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Frankland River, 6396
Frankland River Demographics
Frankland River and the postcode of 6396 has a total population of 299 people, with a median age of 46 years. There are 207 households in Frankland River, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 1573 per week per household.
About 39% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Frankland River is $1285/month. By installing solar power in Frankland River, the average household could save 13.26% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $113911 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 2.5% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Frankland River is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Frankland River
Frankland is a small town located in the Great Southern region of Western Australia. It is situated approximately 360 km south-east of Perth and 120 km north-east of Albany. The town is surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, including the Stirling Range National Park and the Mount Frankland National Park. Visitors can enjoy hiking, camping, and birdwatching in these areas.
Frankland experiences a Mediterranean climate with hot summers and cool winters. The town receives an average of 8.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar installers in Frankland can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximise solar yields. However, potential shading issues should be considered when installing solar panels.
Installing solar energy systems in Frankland can provide numerous benefits, including reducing electricity bills and decreasing carbon emissions. With the increasing demand for renewable energy sources, solar power is becoming an attractive option for homeowners and businesses in the area. By harnessing the power of the sun, Frankland can contribute to a more sustainable future.