Solar Power Profile - Mount Tarcoola, WA 6530
More than 5934 homes in postcode 6530 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Mount Tarcoola, Geraldton Dc, Beachlands, Beresford, Bluff Point, Geraldton, Houtman Abrolhos, Karloo, Mahomets Flats, Meru, Moresby, Rangeway, Spalding, Strathalbyn, Sunset Beach, Tarcoola Beach, Utakarra, Waggrakine, Wandina, Webberton, West End, Wonthella and Woorree.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 30,498 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 148,902 kWh per day, or 54,349 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,596.875 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $9,511,115.25 per year.
Mount Tarcoola and 6530 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 38,044.3 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 317,035,833 km worth of car emissions.
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Solar Ranking
Postcode 6530
21st
State Wide
157th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Mount Tarcoola
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Mount Tarcoola: Geraldton Town - approx. 3 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Mount Tarcoola, 6530
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Mount Tarcoola Demographics
Mount Tarcoola and the postcode of 6530 has a total population of 29067 people, with a median age of 40 years. There are 14024 households in Mount Tarcoola, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1483 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 Tarcoola is $1517/month. By installing solar power in Mount Tarcoola, the average household could save 8.77% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $75383 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 2.07% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Mount Tarcoola is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
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About Mount Tarcoola
Beachlands is a coastal suburb located in the city of Greater Geraldton, Western Australia. The town is situated on the coast of the Indian Ocean, offering stunning views of the ocean and surrounding landscapes. Beachlands is a popular tourist destination due to its beautiful beaches, clear waters, and a range of recreational activities such as swimming, surfing, and fishing.
Beachlands is an ideal location for solar power due to its abundant sunshine hours. The town experiences an average of 8 hours of sunlight per day, making it an ideal location for solar panel installation. Solar power is an excellent investment in Beachlands, as it can help reduce energy bills while also contributing to a cleaner environment. By installing solar panels, residents and businesses can reduce their reliance on traditional energy sources and lower their carbon footprint.
There are several solar installers operating in Beachlands, providing residents and businesses with a range of solar energy solutions. These solar installers can help design and install solar panel systems that are tailored to the specific needs of the property. They can also provide advice on the optimal solar panel angle and orientation, potential shading issues, and expected solar yields. By working with a reputable solar installer, residents and businesses can ensure that their solar panel system is installed to the highest standards and provides maximum energy efficiency.