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Solar Power Profile - Southampton, WA 6253

More than 195 homes in postcode 6253 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Southampton, Balingup and Grimwade.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 941 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 3,901 kWh per day, or 1,424 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 $249,176.375 per year.

Southampton and 6253 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 996.8 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 8,306,667 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 6253

207th

State Wide

1965th

Australia Wide

Solar Power in Southampton

* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Southampton: Styles Tower - approx. 7.7 km

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Southampton

Magic Electrical Services

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Downsouth Solar Power

47 Strickland Street, 6230

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Solarwest

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Solar Southwest

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Community Solar Statistics - Southampton, 6253

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Southampton Demographics

Southampton and the postcode of 6253 has a total population of 602 people, with a median age of 58 years. There are 395 households in Southampton, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2 with a median income of 951 per week per household.

About 61% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Southampton is $1408/month. By installing solar power in Southampton, the average household could save 7.56% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $64975 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 2.58% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Southampton is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Southampton

Balingup is a charming town located in the South West region of Western Australia. It is situated in the picturesque Blackwood River Valley amidst rolling hills and lush forests. The town is known for its stunning scenery, fresh produce, and friendly locals. Visitors can enjoy a range of activities such as bushwalking, cycling, and wine tasting.

Balingup enjoys a Mediterranean climate with warm summers and mild winters. The town receives an average of 8.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar installers in Balingup can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximise solar yields. Shading issues are minimal, and the town's clear skies ensure that solar panels can generate electricity efficiently.

Installing solar energy in Balingup can bring numerous benefits to both homeowners and businesses. Solar power is a clean, renewable energy source that can help reduce carbon emissions and lower electricity bills. With the increasing cost of electricity, solar power is becoming an attractive option for many households and businesses in Balingup. By installing solar panels, residents can also increase the value of their properties while contributing to a sustainable future.

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