Solar Power Profile - Green Range, WA 6328
More than 53 homes in postcode 6328 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Green Range, Cape Riche, Cheynes, Gnowellen, Kojaneerup South, Manypeaks, Mettler, Palmdale and Wellstead.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 272 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 1,036 kWh per day, or 378 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,277.5 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $66,174.5 per year.
Green Range and 6328 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 264.6 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 2,205,000 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 6328
284th
State Wide
2386th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Green Range
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Green Range: Bundaleer - approx. 2.3 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Green Range, 6328
Green Range Demographics
Green Range and the postcode of 6328 has a total population of 371 people, with a median age of 38 years. There are 235 households in Green Range, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 1342 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 Green Range is $1000/month. By installing solar power in Green Range, the average household could save 10.65% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $91485 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 1.83% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Green Range is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Green Range
Cape Riche is a small town located in Western Australia, just a short drive from the coast. The town is surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, including the Fitzgerald River National Park and the Stirling Range National Park. Visitors to Cape Riche can enjoy hiking, fishing, and camping in these stunning locations.
With over 300 sunny days per year, Cape Riche is an ideal location for producing solar power. Solar installers in the area can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. While potential shading issues should be taken into consideration, the consistent sunshine in Cape Riche makes it a prime location for renewable energy.
In addition to the natural beauty of the area, Cape Riche is also home to a number of historic landmarks and cultural attractions. Visitors can explore the Cape Riche Lighthouse, which was built in 1878, or learn about the local Aboriginal culture at the nearby Koorabup Community Centre. By investing in solar power in Cape Riche, residents and businesses can help preserve the natural beauty of the area while also reducing their carbon footprint and saving money on energy costs.