Solar Power Profile - Meerup, WA 6262
More than 145 homes in postcode 6262 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Meerup, Boorara Brook, Crowea, Northcliffe, Shannon and Windy Harbour.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 906 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 3,474 kWh per day, or 1,268 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,533 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $221,901.75 per year.
Meerup and 6262 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 887.6 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 7,396,667 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 6262
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Solar Power in Meerup
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Meerup: Northcliffe - approx. 3.6 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Meerup, 6262
Meerup Demographics
Meerup and the postcode of 6262 has a total population of 587 people, with a median age of 54 years. There are 540 households in Meerup, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1044 per week per household.
About 40% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Meerup is $1000/month. By installing solar power in Meerup, the average household could save 12.78% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $109782 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 2.82% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Meerup is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Meerup
Boorara Brook is a small town located in Western Australia, about 30 kilometers east of the city of Geraldton. The town is surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, including the picturesque Chapman Valley and the stunning Moresby Ranges. Boorara Brook is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, with plenty of opportunities for hiking, camping, and wildlife watching.
With its sunny climate and long hours of daylight, Boorara Brook is an ideal location for solar power. The town enjoys an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, making it a great place to install solar panels and generate renewable energy. Solar power is a cost-effective and environmentally friendly way to power homes and businesses in Boorara Brook, and there are many local solar installers who can help you get started.
By harnessing the power of the sun, Boorara Brook residents can reduce their carbon footprint and save money on their energy bills. Solar panels can be installed at the optimal angle and orientation to maximize solar yields, and shading issues can be minimized with careful planning and design. With its abundant sunshine and natural beauty, Boorara Brook is the perfect place to embrace the benefits of solar power.