Solar Power Profile - Monkey Mia, WA 6537
More than 113 homes in postcode 6537 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Monkey Mia, Denham, Dirk Hartog, Dirk Hartog Island, Francois Peron National Park, Nanga, Shark Bay and Useless Loop.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 995 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 5,163 kWh per day, or 1,884 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $2,938.25 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $329,786.625 per year.
Monkey Mia and 6537 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 1,318.8 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 10,990,000 km worth of car emissions.
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Monkey Mia: Shark Bay Airport - approx. 17.9 km
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Monkey Mia Demographics
Monkey Mia and the postcode of 6537 has a total population of 771 people, with a median age of 43 years. There are 509 households in Monkey Mia, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.1 with a median income of 1197 per week per household.
About 33% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Monkey Mia is $1387/month. By installing solar power in Monkey Mia, the average household could save 17.65% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $151705 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 4.72% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Monkey Mia is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Monkey Mia
DENHAM WA 6537 is a small town located in the Shark Bay region of Western Australia. The town is known for its stunning beaches, crystal clear waters, and abundant wildlife. Visitors can enjoy a range of activities such as fishing, snorkeling, and whale watching. The town is also home to several restaurants and cafes that serve delicious local cuisine.
With an average of 10 hours of sunshine per day, DENHAM WA 6537 is an ideal location for solar power. The town experiences a warm and sunny climate throughout the year, with temperatures ranging from 20°C to 30°C. This makes it an excellent location for solar panel installation, as the optimal angle and orientation can be easily achieved. Additionally, the town is not prone to shading issues, which can further increase solar yields.
By installing solar panels in DENHAM WA 6537, residents and businesses can benefit from reduced electricity bills and a lower carbon footprint. Solar power is a clean and renewable energy source that can help to reduce reliance on fossil fuels. There are several solar installers in the area that can assist with the installation of solar panels, making it easy for residents and businesses to make the switch to solar power.