Solar Power Profile - Lower Chittering, WA 6084
More than 2515 homes in postcode 6084 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Lower Chittering, Avon Valley National Park, Bullsbrook, Chittering and Walyunga National Park.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 14,597 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 66,746 kWh per day, or 24,362 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 $4,263,400.75 per year.
Lower Chittering and 6084 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 17,053.4 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 142,111,667 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 6084
56th
State Wide
483rd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Lower Chittering
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Lower Chittering: Marbling - approx. 146 m
Featured Solar Installers Servicing Lower Chittering
Quinncroft Electrical Group
Unit 9/31 Dellamarta Rd, 6065Uses Clean Energy Council Accredited Installers.
Community Solar Statistics - Lower Chittering, 6084
Lower Chittering Demographics
Lower Chittering and the postcode of 6084 has a total population of 8101 people, with a median age of 40 years. There are 3254 households in Lower Chittering, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.9 with a median income of 2076 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 Lower Chittering is $2000/month. By installing solar power in Lower Chittering, the average household could save 7.19% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $61752 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 1.6% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Lower Chittering is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Lower Chittering
Avon Valley National Park is a picturesque location situated in the Wheatbelt region of Western Australia. The park covers an area of 4,800 hectares and is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. The park is a popular destination for camping, hiking, and wildlife spotting. Visitors can explore the park's beautiful landscapes, including the Avon River, which flows through the park.
With an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, Avon Valley National Park is an ideal location for solar power. The park's sunny weather and relatively low levels of cloud cover make it a prime spot for solar energy production. Solar installers in the area can take advantage of the park's optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximise solar yields.
Renewable energy is becoming increasingly popular in Western Australia, and Avon Valley National Park is no exception. By harnessing the power of the sun, visitors and residents of the park can reduce their carbon footprint and contribute to a more sustainable future. Solar power is also a cost-effective energy solution, making it an attractive option for those looking to save money on their energy bills.