Solar Power Profile - Murchison, WA 6630
More than 94 homes in postcode 6630 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Murchison, Devils Creek, Mullewa, Nerramyne, Nunierra, West Casuarinas, Wongoondy and Woolgorong.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 624 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 3,255 kWh per day, or 1,188 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $2,235.625 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $207,913.125 per year.
Murchison and 6630 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 831.6 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 6,930,000 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 6630
232nd
State Wide
2127th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Murchison
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Murchison: Byro - approx. 6.8 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Murchison, 6630
Murchison Demographics
Murchison and the postcode of 6630 has a total population of 363 people, with a median age of 43 years. There are 193 households in Murchison, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1194 per week per household.
About 46% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Murchison is $650/month. By installing solar power in Murchison, the average household could save 28.66% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $246305 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 3.6% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Murchison is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Murchison
Devils Creek is a small town located in the Wheatbelt region of Western Australia, with a population of just over 200 people. The town is surrounded by picturesque farmland and is known for its peaceful atmosphere. Visitors can enjoy a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, fishing, and camping in the nearby Dryandra Woodland.
Devils Creek enjoys a sunny Mediterranean climate, with hot summers and mild winters. The town receives an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar installers in Devils Creek can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields and reduce shading issues.
Installing solar energy in Devils Creek can bring a range of benefits, including lower electricity bills, reduced carbon emissions, and increased energy independence. With its sunny climate and ideal solar conditions, Devils Creek is the perfect location for homeowners and businesses looking to invest in renewable energy. Solar power can also help to boost the local economy by creating jobs in the solar industry and attracting new businesses to the area.