Solar Power Profile - Stake Hill, WA 6181
More than 166 homes in postcode 6181 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Stake Hill.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 925 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 4,207 kWh per day, or 1,536 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 $268,722.125 per year.
Stake Hill and 6181 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 1,075.2 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 8,960,000 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 6181
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State Wide
1969th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Stake Hill
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Stake Hill: Mandurah - approx. 5.6 km
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Stake Hill Demographics
Stake Hill and the postcode of 6181 has a total population of 448 people, with a median age of 45 years. There are 159 households in Stake Hill, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 3.1 with a median income of 2643 per week per household.
About 90% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Stake Hill is $2382/month. By installing solar power in Stake Hill, the average household could save 5.59% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $48008 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 1.16% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Stake Hill is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Stake Hill
Stake Hill is a suburb located in the City of Kwinana, Western Australia. It is situated approximately 40km south of Perth and is known for its peaceful and serene environment. The suburb is surrounded by lush greenery and has a number of parks and reserves, making it an ideal location for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and picnicking. One of the most popular attractions in Stake Hill is the Serpentine National Park, which is located just a short drive away and offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape.
Stake Hill enjoys a Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters. The suburb receives an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power generation. The optimal angle for solar panels in Stake Hill is between 25-30 degrees, and the best orientation is north-facing. While there may be some shading issues due to the surrounding trees, a reputable solar installer can help you find the best location for your solar panels to maximize solar yields.
Installing solar panels in Stake Hill can provide numerous benefits, including reducing your carbon footprint, saving money on electricity bills, and increasing the value of your property. With the abundant sunshine in the area, solar power is a reliable and renewable energy source that can provide clean energy for years to come. By working with a trusted solar installer in Stake Hill, you can ensure that your solar panels are installed correctly and efficiently, giving you peace of mind and long-term savings.