Solar Power Profile - Hopetoun, WA 6348
More than 133 homes in postcode 6348 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Hopetoun.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 653 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 2,673 kWh per day, or 976 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 $170,737.875 per year.
Hopetoun and 6348 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 683.2 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 5,693,333 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 6348
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State Wide
2116th
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Solar Power in Hopetoun
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Hopetoun: Hopetoun North - approx. 13.1 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Hopetoun, 6348
Hopetoun Demographics
Hopetoun and the postcode of 6348 has a total population of 946 people, with a median age of 46 years. There are 779 households in Hopetoun, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.1 with a median income of 1542 per week per household.
About 29% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Hopetoun is $1088/month. By installing solar power in Hopetoun, the average household could save 9.78% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $84085 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 1.59% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Hopetoun is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Hopetoun
Hopetoun is a small coastal town located in the southern region of Western Australia. This town is known for its beautiful beaches, clear waters, and stunning landscapes. The town is surrounded by natural beauty, including the Fitzgerald River National Park, which is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna.
With an average of 8.5 hours of sunshine per day, Hopetoun is an ideal location for solar power. The town experiences a Mediterranean climate, with hot summers and mild winters. The optimal angle for solar panels in Hopetoun is between 25 and 30 degrees, facing north. Solar installers in the area can help residents and businesses install solar panels to take advantage of the abundant sunshine.
By installing solar energy systems, residents and businesses in Hopetoun can reduce their dependence on non-renewable energy sources and lower their energy bills. Solar power is a clean and renewable energy source that can help reduce carbon emissions and combat climate change. With the abundance of sunshine in Hopetoun, solar power is a smart investment for the future.