Solar Power Profile - Kirup, WA 6251
More than 98 homes in postcode 6251 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Kirup, Brazier and Newlands.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 743 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 3,131 kWh per day, or 1,143 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $2,044 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $199,992.625 per year.
Kirup and 6251 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 800.1 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 6,667,500 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 6251
223rd
State Wide
2074th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Kirup
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Kirup: Kirup - approx. 721 m
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Community Solar Statistics - Kirup, 6251
Kirup Demographics
Kirup and the postcode of 6251 has a total population of 276 people, with a median age of 51 years. There are 124 households in Kirup, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 1267 per week per household.
About 77% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Kirup is $1400/month. By installing solar power in Kirup, the average household could save 12.17% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $104554 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 3.1% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Kirup is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Kirup
BRAZIER WA 6251 is a small town located in the Shire of Donnybrook-Balingup in Western Australia. The town is surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, including the picturesque Blackwood River and the rolling hills of the Darling Range. The town has a rich history, with many historic buildings and landmarks to explore, including the old railway station and the historic timber mill.
With an average of over 300 sunny days per year, BRAZIER is an ideal location for solar power. The town receives plenty of sunshine throughout the year, making it an excellent place to install solar panels and generate renewable energy. Solar installers in the area can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximise solar yields.
By installing solar panels in BRAZIER, residents and businesses can benefit from reduced electricity bills and a reduced carbon footprint. Solar power is a clean and renewable energy source that can help to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and combat climate change. With the help of local solar installers, BRAZIER can become a shining example of sustainable living and renewable energy.