Solar Power Profile - Lake Muir, WA 6258
More than 915 homes in postcode 6258 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Lake Muir, Nyamup, Shannon River Mill, Balbarrup, Crowea, Deanmill, Diamond Tree, Dingup, Dixvale, Donnelly River, Glenoran, Jardee, Linfarne, Manjimup, Middlesex, Mordalup, Palgarup, Perup, Quinninup, Ringbark, Smith Brook, Upper Warren, Wilgarrup and Yanmah.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 5,849 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 22,985 kWh per day, or 8,390 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,596.875 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,468,166.875 per year.
Lake Muir and 6258 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 5,873 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 48,941,667 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 6258
116th
State Wide
1101st
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Lake Muir
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Number of Home Solar Systems Installed
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Daily Avg Sunshine in Lake Muir
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Lake Muir: Deeside - approx. 10.5 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Lake Muir, 6258
Lake Muir Demographics
Lake Muir and the postcode of 6258 has a total population of 5784 people, with a median age of 45 years. There are 2979 households in Lake Muir, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1275 per week per household.
About 57% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Lake Muir is $1300/month. By installing solar power in Lake Muir, the average household could save 10.24% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $87966 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 2.41% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Lake Muir is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Lake Muir
Balbarrup is a small town located in the South West region of Western Australia. The town is known for its peaceful and scenic surroundings, making it a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Visitors can enjoy hiking, camping, fishing, and bird watching in the nearby forests and national parks.
With an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, Balbarrup has great potential for solar power production. Solar installers in the area can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. However, potential shading issues should be considered when installing solar panels in the area.
Investing in solar energy in Balbarrup can provide numerous benefits, including reducing electricity bills and decreasing carbon footprint. By harnessing the power of the sun, residents and businesses in Balbarrup can contribute to a more sustainable future while enjoying the financial benefits of renewable energy.