Solar Power Profile - Pingrup, WA 6343
More than 21 homes in postcode 6343 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Pingrup.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 115 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 494 kWh per day, or 180 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 $31,554.25 per year.
Pingrup and 6343 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 126 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 1,050,000 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 6343
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Solar Power in Pingrup
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Pingrup: Tanami - approx. 22.5 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Pingrup, 6343
Pingrup Demographics
Pingrup and the postcode of 6343 has a total population of 188 people, with a median age of 41 years. There are 104 households in Pingrup, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 1833 per week per household.
About 40% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Pingrup is $657/month. By installing solar power in Pingrup, the average household could save 19.44% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $167095 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 1.61% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Pingrup is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Pingrup
Pingrup is a small town located in the Great Southern region of Western Australia. It is situated approximately 360 km southeast of Perth and 30 km east of the town of Ravensthorpe. The town is known for its peaceful and friendly atmosphere, making it a great place to live or visit.
Despite its small size, Pingrup has a number of features and attractions that make it a unique destination. The town is surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes, including the Fitzgerald River National Park and the Stirling Range National Park. Visitors can enjoy hiking, camping, and birdwatching in these areas, as well as exploring the local flora and fauna.
With its abundant sunshine and clear skies, Pingrup is an ideal location for solar power. The town experiences an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, making it a great place to install solar panels. By working with local solar installers, residents and businesses in Pingrup can take advantage of this renewable energy source to reduce their carbon footprint and save money on their energy bills. Solar panels should be installed facing north and tilted at an angle between 25 and 30 degrees to maximize their efficiency.