Solar Power Profile - Sinclair, WA 6450
More than 1085 homes in postcode 6450 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Sinclair, Bandy Creek, Beaumont, Boyatup, Cape Le Grand, Cascade, Castletown, Chadwick, Condingup, Coomalbidgup, Dalyup, East Munglinup, Esperance, Howick, Merivale, Monjingup, Munglinup, Myrup, Neridup, Nulsen, Pink Lake, West Beach and Windabout.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 6,731 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 27,413 kWh per day, or 10,006 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,596.875 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,751,005.375 per year.
Sinclair and 6450 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 7,004.2 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 58,368,333 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 6450
102nd
State Wide
1012nd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Sinclair
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Sinclair: Second Beach - approx. 2.4 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Sinclair, 6450
Sinclair Demographics
Sinclair and the postcode of 6450 has a total population of 11065 people, with a median age of 42 years. There are 5805 households in Sinclair, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1515 per week per household.
About 53% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Sinclair is $1572/month. By installing solar power in Sinclair, the average household could save 8.47% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $72745 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 2.03% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Sinclair is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Sinclair
Bandy Creek is a small town located in Western Australia, with a population of just over 200 people. The town is situated in the Shire of Esperance and is known for its stunning beaches and natural beauty. One of the main attractions of Bandy Creek is the Cape Le Grand National Park, which is located just a short drive away. The park boasts beautiful white sandy beaches, crystal clear waters, and stunning granite rock formations.
With an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, Bandy Creek is an ideal location for solar power. The town's location in Western Australia means that it receives plenty of sunlight throughout the year, making it an ideal location for solar panel installation. Solar power is a clean and renewable energy source that can help reduce carbon emissions and save homeowners money on their energy bills. By installing solar panels, homeowners in Bandy Creek can take advantage of the town's sunny climate and reduce their reliance on traditional energy sources.
For those interested in solar power, it is important to consider the optimal angle and orientation of solar panels. In Bandy Creek, solar panels should ideally be installed facing north to maximise sunlight exposure. Homeowners should also consider any potential shading issues that may affect their solar panel yields. By working with a reputable solar installer, homeowners in Bandy Creek can ensure that their solar panels are installed correctly and optimised for maximum energy production.