Solar Power Profile - Mount Pleasant, WA 6153
More than 3798 homes in postcode 6153 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Mount Pleasant, Applecross North, Canning Bridge Applecross, Applecross, Ardross and Brentwood.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 22,728 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 103,928 kWh per day, or 37,934 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,724.625 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $6,638,401 per year.
Mount Pleasant and 6153 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 26,553.8 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 221,281,667 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 6153
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Mount Pleasant: Melville - approx. 3.4 km
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Mount Pleasant Demographics
Mount Pleasant and the postcode of 6153 has a total population of 20547 people, with a median age of 43 years. There are 9163 households in Mount Pleasant, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 2340 per week per household.
About 64% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Mount Pleasant is $2700/month. By installing solar power in Mount Pleasant, the average household could save 5.32% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $45742 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 1.42% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Mount Pleasant is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Mount Pleasant
Applecross is a suburb of Perth, Western Australia located on the southern banks of the Swan River. It is known for its affluent community, stunning river views, and luxurious homes. The suburb boasts a range of amenities including cafes, restaurants, and boutique shops, making it a popular destination for locals and tourists alike. One of the main attractions in Applecross is the Heathcote Cultural Precinct, which features a museum, art gallery, and beautiful gardens.
Applecross enjoys a Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild winters. The suburb experiences an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar panel installers in Applecross can take advantage of the suburb's optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximise solar yields. However, potential shading issues should be taken into consideration when installing solar panels in the area.
Installing solar energy in Applecross can provide many benefits, including reducing energy costs and decreasing carbon emissions. With the suburb's abundant sunshine hours, solar power is a viable and sustainable option for homeowners and businesses. Solar installers in Applecross can help residents and businesses take advantage of government incentives and rebates to make the switch to renewable energy.