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Solar Power Profile - Inkpen, WA 6302

More than 1041 homes in postcode 6302 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Inkpen, Saint Ronans, Badgin, Balladong, Burges, Caljie, Cold Harbour, Daliak, Flint, Flynn, Gilgering, Greenhills, Gwambygine, Kauring, Malebelling, Mount Hardey, Mount Observation, Narraloggan, Quellington, St Ronans, Talbot, Talbot West, Wilberforce and York.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 5,400 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 24,690 kWh per day, or 9,012 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 $1,577,073.75 per year.

Inkpen and 6302 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 6,308.4 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 52,570,000 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 6302

120th

State Wide

1141st

Australia Wide

Solar Power in Inkpen

1-6kW
6-8kW
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Average kW per solar installation

Postcode 6302

1-6kW
6-8kW
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Number of Home Solar Systems Installed

Postcode 6302

Daily Avg Sunshine in Inkpen
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Inkpen: Quadney - approx. 6.5 km

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Inkpen

Solargain Northam

Solargain Northam

123 Fitzgerald Street East, 6401

Powering Northam with the sun's energy

Wandu Electrical Services

Wandu Electrical Services

Beverley, 6304

Empowering homes with solar energy

EAG Electrical Air-Condition & Gas

EAG Electrical Air-Condition & Gas

Toodyay, 6566

Your Trusted Local Experts in Toodyay!

Community Solar Statistics - Inkpen, 6302

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Homes With Solar

1,041

Homes With Solar

This calculation is based on the Clean Energy Regulator number of small-scale technology certificates (STCs) claimed for solar installations less than 100kW in size in the 6302 postcode. The number of certificates claimed is directly related to the number of solar power systems commissioned, as lodged by the solar installation business.

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Avg Solar Savings

$1,533/year

Avg Solar Savings

This calculation assumes a Beauru of Meteorology annual mean global daily irradiation for Inkpen based on the average solar system size for 6302, modelled with a 50% of solar production that is fed directly into the grid at 10c/kWh, and the remaining 50% of the solar energy produced being consumed within the home at an energy bill reduction of 25c/kWh.

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Est Retail Value of Power Generated

$2,252,962/year

Est Retail Value of Power Generated

This calculation assumes a Beauru of Meteorology mean global daily irradiation for Inkpen, using the total number of kW installed according to the Clean Energy Regulator, valued at 25c/kWh.

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Solar Panels Installed

5,399 kW

Solar Panels Installed

This calculation is based on for the number of kilowatts installed in postcode 6302 according to the Clean Energy Regulator.

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Avg Daily Solar Generation

24,690 kWh

Avg Daily Solar Generation

This calculation is based on the total number of kilowatts installed for this location sourced from the Clean Energy Regulator multiplied by the annual mean global daily irradiation for the Beauru of Meteorology weather station nearest to Inkpen. The amount of solar power generated each day is therefore the total amount of solar power generated per one day based on an average day of sunlight.

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Yearly Solar Generation

9,012 MWh

Yearly Solar Generation

This calculation is based on the total number of kilowatts installed for this location sourced from the Clean Energy Regulator multiplied by the mean global daily irradiation for the Beauru of Meteorology weather station nearest to Inkpen. The amount of solar power generated each year is therefore the total amount solar power panel generated for 12 months based on an average day of sunlight.

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Local Jobs Created

31

Local Jobs Created

This calculation is based on Beyond Zero Emissions economic modelling showing that 5.8 jobs are directly created per megawatt of rooftop solar installed. The amount of jobs created from rooftop solar in postcode 6302 takes the number of "Solar Panels Installed" calculation multiplied by 5.8 jobs/MW ratio to indicate the employment created.

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Community Energy Savings

$1,577,073/year

Community Energy Savings

This is based on the "Average Solar Savings" calculation multiplied by the total number of Homes with Solar calculation for postcode 6302. The total amount of money saved by residential solar power for this area indicates how much this location saves in total dollars each year from the total amount of solar power generation.

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Local Business Generated

$16,198,500

Local Business Generated

To figure out the economic value generated for solar installation businesses servicing postcode 6302, we take the Solar Panels Installed calculation and multiply it by an average assumed price of $3 per watt, which we adjusted for historical price changes. This then gives us an idea of the revenue generated by solar installation businesses supplying and installing solar power in the area.

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Annual CO2 Reduction

6,308 tonnes

Annual CO2 Reduction

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 6302 using the "Yearly Solar Generation" calculation multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in WA. So this shows us the amount of carbon dioxide pollution equivalent that would be generated by coal-fired power stations for the same amount of kilowatts that are instead saved by clean and green rooftop solar power.

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Yearly Carbon Sequestration

88,317 trees

Yearly Carbon Sequestration

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 6302 using the "Yearly Solar Generation" calculation multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in WA, then coverted to the number of trees that would be required to capture and sequester that amount of carbon dioxide pollution. (14 trees per tonne of CO2) So this number gives us a different way of understanding the environmental benefits of solar by giving us an equivalent number of mature trees capturing and sequestering carbon dioxide pollution into the soil that is equal to the amount of CO2 otherwise saved because of rooftop solar power in this area.

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Yearly Car Emissions

52,570,000 km driven

Yearly Car Emissions

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 6302 using the "Yearly Solar Generation" calculation multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in WA, then coverted to the number of kilometres driven by an average car. (120g of CO2 per km driven) So this number gives us a different way of understanding the environmental benefits of solar by giving us an equivalent number of kilometres driven worth of car emissions that is equal to the amount of CO2 otherwise saved because of rooftop solar power in this area.

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Inkpen Demographics

Inkpen and the postcode of 6302 has a total population of 3029 people, with a median age of 56 years. There are 1711 households in Inkpen, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 1126 per week per household.

About 65% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Inkpen is $1400/month. By installing solar power in Inkpen, the average household could save 9.13% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $78415 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 2.62% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Inkpen is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Inkpen

BADGIN WA 6302 is a small town located in Western Australia. Despite its size, it boasts a number of unique features and attractions that make it a popular destination for tourists and locals alike. Visitors can explore the nearby mountain ranges, including the Darling Range and the Helena Range, which offer stunning views and challenging hiking trails. Other popular attractions include the Badgin Lookout, which provides panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, and the Badgin Heritage Trail, which takes visitors on a journey through the town's rich history.

When it comes to solar power, BADGIN WA 6302 is an ideal location for producing renewable energy. The town experiences long hours of sunshine throughout the year, with an average of 10 hours of sunlight per day. This makes it an excellent location for installing solar panels and maximising solar yields. Additionally, the town's location in Western Australia means that it is not subject to the same shading issues as other parts of the country, making it easier to achieve optimal solar panel angles and orientations.

If you're looking for solar installers in BADGIN WA 6302, there are a number of options available. Local companies like Solar Power WA and Sunwise Energy offer a range of solar solutions, from residential installations to commercial projects. By harnessing the power of the sun, you can reduce your carbon footprint and save money on your energy bills. With its sunny climate and ideal location, BADGIN WA 6302 is the perfect place to invest in solar energy.

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