Solar Power Profile - Sir Samuel, WA 6437
More than 189 homes in postcode 6437 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Sir Samuel and Leinster.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 329 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 1,628 kWh per day, or 594 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $574.875 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $103,988.5 per year.
Sir Samuel and 6437 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 415.8 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 3,465,000 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 6437
272nd
State Wide
2330th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Sir Samuel
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Sir Samuel: Yakabindie - approx. 4.9 km
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Sir Samuel Demographics
Sir Samuel and the postcode of 6437 has a total population of 332 people, with a median age of 30 years. There are 215 households in Sir Samuel, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.9 with a median income of 2562 per week per household.
About 0% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Sir Samuel is $520/month. By installing solar power in Sir Samuel, the average household could save 9.21% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $79169 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 0.43% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Sir Samuel is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Sir Samuel
LEINSTER WA 6437 is a small town located in the Goldfields-Esperance region of Western Australia. The town is known for its mining industry, with nickel and gold being the primary resources extracted from the area. The town features a range of amenities including a supermarket, post office, and a community swimming pool. Visitors to the town can enjoy a round of golf at the local golf course or explore the nearby natural attractions such as Lake Raeside and the Kooline Nature Reserve.
LEINSTER WA 6437 is blessed with an abundance of sunshine throughout the year, making it an ideal location for solar power. The town experiences an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, with the summer months seeing up to 12 hours of sunshine per day. The optimal angle for solar panels in the area is between 20 and 30 degrees, with a north-facing orientation providing the best results. While shading can be an issue in some areas, a professional solar installer can help to identify and mitigate any potential issues.
By installing solar energy in LEINSTER WA 6437, residents and businesses can benefit from reduced energy bills and a lower carbon footprint. Solar power is a clean and renewable energy source that can help to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and decrease greenhouse gas emissions. With the abundance of sunshine in the area, solar power is a viable and cost-effective option for those looking to make the switch to renewable energy.