Solar Power Profile - Mount Hawthorn, WA 6016
More than 1236 homes in postcode 6016 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Mount Hawthorn and Glendalough.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 6,330 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 29,097 kWh per day, or 10,620 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 $1,858,570.875 per year.
Mount Hawthorn and 6016 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 7,434 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 61,950,000 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 6016
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State Wide
986th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Mount Hawthorn
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Mount Hawthorn: Perth Metro - approx. 3.5 km
Featured Solar Installers Servicing Mount Hawthorn
Quinncroft Electrical Group
Unit 9/31 Dellamarta Rd, 6065Uses Clean Energy Council Accredited Installers.
Community Solar Statistics - Mount Hawthorn, 6016
Mount Hawthorn Demographics
Mount Hawthorn and the postcode of 6016 has a total population of 10270 people, with a median age of 36 years. There are 4474 households in Mount Hawthorn, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 2328 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 Mount Hawthorn is $2266/month. By installing solar power in Mount Hawthorn, the average household could save 5.64% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $48447 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 1.27% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Mount Hawthorn is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Mount Hawthorn
Glendalough is a suburb located in Perth, Western Australia. It is situated approximately 10 kilometers north-west of Perth's central business district. The suburb is known for its beautiful parks, including Lake Monger Reserve, which offers walking and cycling trails, picnic areas, and playgrounds. There are also several schools, shops, and restaurants in the area, making it a great place to live or visit.
Glendalough enjoys a Mediterranean climate, with hot, dry summers and mild winters. The suburb receives an average of 8.8 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar panels installed in Glendalough can produce a significant amount of energy, reducing electricity bills and carbon emissions. Solar installers in the area can advise on the optimal panel angle and orientation, as well as potential shading issues, to ensure maximum solar yields.
By installing solar energy systems in Glendalough, residents and businesses can take advantage of the many benefits of renewable energy. Solar power is a clean, sustainable energy source that can help reduce reliance on fossil fuels and lower carbon emissions. In addition to the environmental benefits, solar power can also save money on electricity bills and increase property values. With its abundant sunshine and favorable climate, Glendalough is an excellent location for solar power and a great place to invest in renewable energy.