Solar Power Profile - Gascoyne River, WA 6705
More than 22 homes in postcode 6705 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Gascoyne River, East Lyons River, Gascoyne Junction and West Lyons River.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 199 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 1,047 kWh per day, or 382 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $3,066 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $66,877.125 per year.
Gascoyne River and 6705 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 267.4 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 2,228,333 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 6705
306th
State Wide
2453rd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Gascoyne River
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Gascoyne River: Dalgety Downs - approx. 20.5 km
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Gascoyne River Demographics
Gascoyne River and the postcode of 6705 has a total population of 168 people, with a median age of 37 years. There are 76 households in Gascoyne River, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.9 with a median income of 1300 per week per household.
About 20% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Gascoyne River is $826/month. By installing solar power in Gascoyne River, the average household could save 30.93% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $265815 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 4.54% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Gascoyne River is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Gascoyne River
EAST LYONS RIVER WA 6705 is a small town located in Western Australia. The town is situated in the Shire of Wiluna and has a population of around 100 people. The town is known for its scenic beauty and is surrounded by the picturesque landscape of the Great Sandy Desert. The town is also home to a number of attractions including the East Lyons River and the Mount Augustus National Park.
With over 300 days of sunshine per year, EAST LYONS RIVER WA 6705 is an ideal location for installing solar energy systems. The town has an optimal solar panel angle of around 30 degrees and an orientation of north-facing. The potential shading issues in the town are minimal, making it easier to achieve high solar yields. With the increasing demand for renewable energy sources, EAST LYONS RIVER WA 6705 has become a hub for solar power and has a number of solar installers operating in the town.
Installing solar energy systems in EAST LYONS RIVER WA 6705 has a number of benefits. Solar power is a clean and renewable energy source that helps reduce carbon emissions and pollution. Solar energy systems also help reduce electricity bills and provide a reliable source of electricity. By installing solar energy systems in EAST LYONS RIVER WA 6705, residents and businesses can take advantage of the abundant sunshine and contribute to a greener future.