Solar Power Profile - Hocking, WA 6065
More than 16496 homes in postcode 6065 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Hocking, Wangara Dc, Ashby, Darch, Gnangara, Jandabup, Kingsway, Landsdale, Lexia, Madeley, Mariginiup, Melaleuca, Pearsall, Pinjar, Sinagra, Tapping, Wangara and Wanneroo.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 90,337 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 415,232 kWh per day, or 151,560 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,596.875 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $26,522,944 per year.
Hocking and 6065 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 106,092 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 884,100,000 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 6065
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State Wide
12th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Hocking
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Hocking: Wanneroo Calm - approx. 2.7 km
Featured Solar Installers Servicing Hocking
Quinncroft Electrical Group
Unit 9/31 Dellamarta Rd, 6065Uses Clean Energy Council Accredited Installers.
Community Solar Statistics - Hocking, 6065
Hocking Demographics
Hocking and the postcode of 6065 has a total population of 65383 people, with a median age of 36 years. There are 23984 households in Hocking, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.9 with a median income of 2133 per week per household.
About 76% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Hocking is $2000/month. By installing solar power in Hocking, the average household could save 6.65% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $57178 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 1.44% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Hocking is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Hocking
ASHBY WA 6065 is a charming suburb located in the northern part of Perth, Western Australia. The town boasts a range of features and attractions that make it an ideal place to live and visit. Some of the notable features of ASHBY include its well-maintained parks, picturesque streets, and modern infrastructure. Visitors can also enjoy a variety of recreational activities, such as hiking, biking, and swimming.
When it comes to solar power, ASHBY WA 6065 is an excellent location for installing solar panels. The town enjoys an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, which means that solar panels can generate a significant amount of energy. Additionally, the optimal solar panel angle and orientation in ASHBY is around 30-35 degrees facing north, which maximises solar yields. While there may be some shading issues in certain areas, most homes and businesses in ASHBY can benefit from solar power.
By installing solar panels in ASHBY, residents and businesses can enjoy a range of benefits. For one, solar power is a renewable energy source that reduces reliance on fossil fuels. This means that solar power can help reduce carbon emissions and combat climate change. Additionally, solar power can save homeowners and businesses money on their energy bills, as they can generate their own electricity and sell any excess back to the grid. Finally, by installing solar panels, residents can increase the value of their homes and businesses, as solar power is an attractive feature for potential buyers.