Solar Power Profile - South Hedland, WA 6722
More than 361 homes in postcode 6722 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of South Hedland, Boodarie, De Grey, Finucane and Pippingarra.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 2,843 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 15,435 kWh per day, or 5,634 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $2,746.625 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $985,910.625 per year.
South Hedland and 6722 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 3,943.8 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 32,865,000 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 6722
147th
State Wide
1437th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in South Hedland
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to South Hedland: Port Hedland Airport - approx. 3.9 km
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Community Solar Statistics - South Hedland, 6722
South Hedland Demographics
South Hedland and the postcode of 6722 has a total population of 9305 people, with a median age of 32 years. There are 4415 households in South Hedland, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.7 with a median income of 2595 per week per household.
About 21% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in South Hedland is $1408/month. By installing solar power in South Hedland, the average household could save 16.26% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $139696 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 2.04% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in South Hedland is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About South Hedland
BOODARIE WA 6722 is a small town located in the Pilbara region of Western Australia. The town is situated near the coast, providing residents and visitors with easy access to beautiful beaches and stunning ocean views. BOODARIE is also home to a number of unique natural attractions, including the nearby Karijini National Park, which features deep gorges, waterfalls, and scenic hiking trails.
When it comes to solar power, BOODARIE is an ideal location for solar panel installation. The town receives an average of 9 hours of sunshine per day, making it one of the sunniest places in Australia. Additionally, the town's location near the coast means that there are few shading issues to worry about, and the optimal solar panel angle and orientation can be easily achieved. As a result, residents and businesses in BOODARIE can benefit from high solar yields and significant cost savings on their energy bills.
If you're looking to install solar panels in BOODARIE, there are a number of reputable solar installers in the area who can help. By harnessing the power of the sun, you can reduce your carbon footprint, save money on your energy bills, and contribute to a more sustainable future for BOODARIE and the planet as a whole.