Solar Power Profile - Mount Anketell, WA 6714
More than 1044 homes in postcode 6714 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Mount Anketell, Antonymyre, Balla Balla, Baynton, Bulgarra, Burrup, Cleaverville, Cooya Pooya, Gap Ridge, Gnoorea, Karratha, Karratha Industrial Estate, Maitland, Mardie, Millars Well, Mulataga, Nickol, Pegs Creek, Sherlock and Stove Hill.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 11,072 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 60,650 kWh per day, or 22,137 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $3,704.75 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $3,874,018.75 per year.
Mount Anketell and 6714 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 15,495.9 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 129,132,500 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 6714
81st
State Wide
719th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Mount Anketell
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Daily Avg Sunshine in Mount Anketell
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Mount Anketell: Wickham - approx. 14 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Mount Anketell, 6714
Mount Anketell Demographics
Mount Anketell and the postcode of 6714 has a total population of 14151 people, with a median age of 32 years. There are 6333 households in Mount Anketell, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.8 with a median income of 3188 per week per household.
About 25% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Mount Anketell is $1972/month. By installing solar power in Mount Anketell, the average household could save 15.66% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $134536 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 2.23% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Mount Anketell is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Mount Anketell
ANTONYMYRE is a small town located in Western Australia, with a population of approximately 200 people. The town is situated in the Pilbara region, known for its vast mineral deposits and stunning landscapes. The town is surrounded by several mountain ranges, including the Hamersley Range and the Chichester Range, which provide a beautiful backdrop to the town.
ANTONYMYRE enjoys a hot and arid climate, with an average daily temperature of around 35°C. The town receives over 300 days of sunshine per year, making it an ideal location for solar power. With its high solar irradiance levels and minimal shading issues, ANTONYMYRE is the perfect place to install solar panels. Solar power is a clean and renewable energy source that can help to reduce carbon emissions and save money on energy bills. By installing solar panels, residents and businesses in ANTONYMYRE can take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine to produce their own electricity and reduce their reliance on the grid.
There are several solar installers operating in the ANTONYMYRE area, who can help residents and businesses to design and install solar power systems. These systems can be tailored to meet the specific needs of each customer, taking into account factors such as energy usage, roof orientation, and shading issues. By working with a reputable solar installer, customers can ensure that their solar power system is optimised for maximum energy yield and long-term performance.