Solar Power Profile - Jarrahdale, WA 6124
More than 326 homes in postcode 6124 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Jarrahdale.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 1,640 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 7,266 kWh per day, or 2,652 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,405.25 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $464,115.75 per year.
Jarrahdale and 6124 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 1,856.4 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 15,470,000 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 6124
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Solar Power in Jarrahdale
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Jarrahdale: Serpentine Main Dam - approx. 6 km
Featured Solar Installers Servicing Jarrahdale
Quinncroft Electrical Group
Unit 9/31 Dellamarta Rd, 6065Uses Clean Energy Council Accredited Installers.
Community Solar Statistics - Jarrahdale, 6124
Jarrahdale Demographics
Jarrahdale and the postcode of 6124 has a total population of 1106 people, with a median age of 43 years. There are 464 households in Jarrahdale, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.6 with a median income of 2057 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 Jarrahdale is $1965/month. By installing solar power in Jarrahdale, the average household could save 5.96% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $51213 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 Jarrahdale is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Jarrahdale
Jarrahdale is a small town located in the Shire of Serpentine-Jarrahdale, Western Australia. It is situated approximately 50 km south-east of Perth and is surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, including the Darling Range and Jarrah Forest. The town is known for its historic timber mill and railway, which are popular tourist attractions.
With its sunny climate, Jarrahdale is an ideal location for solar power. The town experiences an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, making it a prime spot for solar panel installation. Solar power is a clean and renewable energy source that can help reduce carbon emissions and lower energy bills. By installing solar panels in Jarrahdale, homeowners and businesses can take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine and generate their own electricity.
There are several solar installers in the area that can help residents and businesses with the installation of solar panels. These companies can provide expert advice on the optimal angle and orientation for solar panels, as well as potential shading issues and expected solar yields. By working with a reputable solar installer, residents and businesses can ensure that their solar panels are installed correctly and are operating at maximum efficiency.