Solar Power Profile - Shenton Park, WA 6008
More than 1734 homes in postcode 6008 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Shenton Park, Daglish, Subiaco and Subiaco East.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 10,583 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 48,643 kWh per day, or 17,755 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,788.5 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $3,107,071.625 per year.
Shenton Park and 6008 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 12,428.5 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 103,570,833 km worth of car emissions.
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Solar Power in Shenton Park
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Shenton Park: Subiaco Treatment Plant - approx. 1.2 km
Featured Solar Installers Servicing Shenton Park
Quinncroft Electrical Group
Unit 9/31 Dellamarta Rd, 6065Uses Clean Energy Council Accredited Installers.
Community Solar Statistics - Shenton Park, 6008
Shenton Park Demographics
Shenton Park and the postcode of 6008 has a total population of 14804 people, with a median age of 40 years. There are 7707 households in Shenton Park, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 2234 per week per household.
About 51% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Shenton Park is $2600/month. By installing solar power in Shenton Park, the average household could save 5.73% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $49261 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 1.54% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Shenton Park is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Shenton Park
Daglish is a suburb of Perth, Western Australia, located just 6km from the city center. It is a quiet and leafy residential area with a mix of old and new homes, and a small shopping center with a supermarket, cafes, and restaurants. Daglish is also home to several parks and reserves, including Cliff Sadlier Reserve and Henderson Park, which offer plenty of green space for residents to enjoy.
With an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day and a mild Mediterranean climate, Daglish is an ideal location for solar power. Solar panels installed on rooftops facing north or northwest can produce high yields and help homeowners save money on their electricity bills. However, shading from trees or neighboring buildings can reduce the efficiency of solar panels, so it's important to consult with a solar installer to determine the optimal panel angle and orientation for each individual property.
By installing solar energy systems, residents of Daglish can reduce their carbon footprint and contribute to a more sustainable future. Solar power is a clean and renewable energy source that can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. Additionally, with the cost of solar panels decreasing and government incentives available, solar power is becoming an increasingly affordable option for homeowners in Daglish and throughout Western Australia.