Solar Power Profile - Lake Austin, WA 6640
More than 39 homes in postcode 6640 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Lake Austin, Cue, East Murchison, Reedy and Weld Range.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 349 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 1,764 kWh per day, or 644 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $2,874.375 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $112,675.5 per year.
Lake Austin and 6640 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 450.8 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 3,756,667 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 6640
267th
State Wide
2314th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Lake Austin
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Lake Austin: Cue - approx. 16 km
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Lake Austin Demographics
Lake Austin and the postcode of 6640 has a total population of 112 people, with a median age of 54 years. There are 103 households in Lake Austin, with an average of 0.6 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 1.5 with a median income of 682 per week per household.
About 38% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Lake Austin is $725/month. By installing solar power in Lake Austin, the average household could save 33.04% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $283918 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 8.11% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Lake Austin is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Lake Austin
CUE WA 6640 is a small town located in the Mid West region of Western Australia. The town is situated approximately 1200km north of Perth and is known for its stunning natural beauty and rich history. The town is surrounded by several mountain ranges, including the Cue Range and the Little Weld Range, which offer breathtaking views and plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and camping.
When it comes to solar power, CUE WA 6640 is an excellent location for solar panel installation. The town enjoys an average of 10 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power generation. Additionally, the town is located in an area with low levels of air pollution and minimal shading issues, which means that solar panels can operate at maximum efficiency. Local solar installers can help residents and businesses in CUE WA 6640 take advantage of the town's excellent solar resources and switch to clean, renewable energy sources.
Switching to solar power in CUE WA 6640 has many benefits, including reducing energy costs, reducing carbon emissions, and increasing energy independence. By installing solar panels, residents and businesses can reduce their reliance on traditional energy sources and take control of their energy production. Additionally, solar power can help to create local jobs and stimulate economic growth in the town. With its abundant sunshine and favorable conditions for solar power generation, CUE WA 6640 is an excellent location for anyone looking to make the switch to clean, renewable energy.