Solar Power Profile - Lake Brown, WA 6479
More than 117 homes in postcode 6479 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Lake Brown, Mangowine, Barbalin, Bonnie Rock, Dandanning, Elachbutting, Karloning, Mukinbudin, Wattoning and Wilgoyne.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 680 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 3,192 kWh per day, or 1,165 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,724.625 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $203,889 per year.
Lake Brown and 6479 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 815.5 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 6,795,833 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 6479
228th
State Wide
2102nd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Lake Brown
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Lake Brown: Campion Weira - approx. 9.4 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Lake Brown, 6479
Lake Brown Demographics
Lake Brown and the postcode of 6479 has a total population of 485 people, with a median age of 45 years. There are 283 households in Lake Brown, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1531 per week per household.
About 48% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Lake Brown is $758/month. By installing solar power in Lake Brown, the average household could save 18.96% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $162935 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 2.17% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Lake Brown is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Lake Brown
Barbalin is a small town located in Western Australia, with a population of just over 300 people. Despite its size, it has plenty of attractions and features that make it an interesting place to visit. One of the most notable features of Barbalin is its stunning natural scenery, with the town being surrounded by beautiful mountain ranges such as the Darling Range and the Helena and Aurora Range. Visitors can enjoy hiking, camping, and other outdoor activities in these picturesque locations.
Barbalin enjoys a sunny and warm climate, with an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day throughout the year. This makes it an ideal location for producing solar power and installing solar energy systems. The town's location also means that it is relatively free from shading issues, which can further boost solar yields. Solar installers in Barbalin can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximise the efficiency of their installations.
The benefits of solar power in Barbalin are numerous. Not only does it provide a clean and renewable source of energy, but it can also help to reduce electricity bills and provide energy independence for homeowners and businesses. With the town's abundant sunshine and favourable weather conditions, it is an excellent location for solar power installations. By embracing solar energy, Barbalin can reduce its carbon footprint and contribute to a more sustainable future.