Solar Power Profile - Rockingham, WA 6168
More than 5312 homes in postcode 6168 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Rockingham, Rockingham Dc, Cooloongup, East Rockingham, Garden Island, Hillman, Peron and Rockingham Beach.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 23,695 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 108,348 kWh per day, or 39,547 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,277.5 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $6,920,728.5 per year.
Rockingham and 6168 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 27,682.9 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 230,690,833 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 6168
29th
State Wide
248th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Rockingham
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Rockingham: Rockingham Post Office - approx. 2 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Rockingham, 6168
Rockingham Demographics
Rockingham and the postcode of 6168 has a total population of 21847 people, with a median age of 46 years. There are 11706 households in Rockingham, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.1 with a median income of 1176 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 Rockingham is $1440/month. By installing solar power in Rockingham, the average household could save 7.39% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $63531 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 2.09% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Rockingham is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Rockingham
COOLOONGUP WA 6168 is a suburb located in the City of Rockingham, Western Australia. The suburb is situated approximately 45 kilometers south of Perth and is known for its beautiful parks, beaches, and recreational areas. One of the most popular attractions in the area is the Cooloongup Lake, which provides a serene environment for visitors to relax and enjoy nature. Other notable features of the suburb include the Cooloongup Primary School, the Rockingham Montessori School, and the Cooloongup Skate Park.
COOLOONGUP WA 6168 has a Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. The suburb experiences an average of 8.8 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power production. With the right solar panel angle and orientation, homeowners and businesses in COOLOONGUP can benefit from high solar yields and reduced energy bills. Solar installers in the area can also help identify and mitigate potential shading issues, ensuring optimal solar panel performance.
By installing solar energy systems in COOLOONGUP WA 6168, residents and businesses can take advantage of the many benefits of renewable energy. Solar power is a clean, sustainable energy source that can help reduce carbon emissions and combat climate change. In addition to environmental benefits, solar energy can also provide significant financial savings by reducing energy bills and increasing property values. With the help of experienced solar installers in the area, COOLOONGUP residents can make the switch to solar power and enjoy a brighter, more sustainable future.