Solar Power Profile - Gidgegannup, WA 6083
More than 1031 homes in postcode 6083 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Gidgegannup and Morangup.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 5,390 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 24,391 kWh per day, or 8,903 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,533 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,557,975.125 per year.
Gidgegannup and 6083 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 6,232.1 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 51,934,167 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 6083
114th
State Wide
1086th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Gidgegannup
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Gidgegannup: Gidgegannup - approx. 290 m
Featured Solar Installers Servicing Gidgegannup
Quinncroft Electrical Group
Unit 9/31 Dellamarta Rd, 6065Uses Clean Energy Council Accredited Installers.
Community Solar Statistics - Gidgegannup, 6083
Gidgegannup Demographics
Gidgegannup and the postcode of 6083 has a total population of 3203 people, with a median age of 48 years. There are 1344 households in Gidgegannup, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.8 with a median income of 2247 per week per household.
About 80% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Gidgegannup is $2167/month. By installing solar power in Gidgegannup, the average household could save 5.9% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $50661 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 1.31% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Gidgegannup is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Gidgegannup
GIDGEGANNUP WA 6083 is a small town located in Western Australia, about 40 kilometers northeast of Perth. The town is surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, including the picturesque hills of the Darling Range and the Avon Valley National Park. Visitors can enjoy hiking, camping, and wildlife spotting in the area.
When it comes to solar power, GIDGEGANNUP is an excellent location due to its high levels of sunshine. The town receives an average of 8 hours of sunlight per day, making it an ideal place for solar energy production. Additionally, the town's location in the Darling Range means that it is less likely to experience shading issues, which can reduce solar yields.
If you're interested in installing solar panels in GIDGEGANNUP, there are a number of local solar installers who can help. By harnessing the power of the sun, you can reduce your carbon footprint and save money on your energy bills. With its sunny weather and beautiful natural surroundings, GIDGEGANNUP is the perfect place to make the switch to renewable energy.