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Solar Power Profile - Stirling, WA 6021

More than 3363 homes in postcode 6021 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Stirling and Balcatta.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 20,138 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 92,564 kWh per day, or 33,786 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,788.5 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $5,912,525.5 per year.

Stirling and 6021 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 23,650.2 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 197,085,000 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 6021

35th

State Wide

296th

Australia Wide

Solar Power in Stirling

* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Stirling: City Beach - approx. 6.3 km

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Stirling

Peri Peri Electrical

110 Oats Street, 6101

Power your home with sustainable energy

DNX Energy

18 Stirling Highway, 6009

Power your future with clean, affordable solar energy

Middle Swan Solar

2b/59 Great Northern Highway, 6056

High Quality Solar & Battery System Supplier.

Quinncroft Electrical Group

Unit 9/31 Dellamarta Rd, 6065

Uses Clean Energy Council Accredited Installers.

Community Solar Statistics - Stirling, 6021

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Stirling Demographics

Stirling and the postcode of 6021 has a total population of 20002 people, with a median age of 40 years. There are 8787 households in Stirling, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 1796 per week per household.

About 68% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Stirling is $2000/month. By installing solar power in Stirling, the average household could save 7.45% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $64039 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 1.92% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Stirling is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Stirling

Balcatta is a suburb located in the northern part of Perth, Western Australia. It is known for its diverse community, with a mix of residential, commercial, and industrial areas. The suburb has a number of parks and reserves, including the picturesque Macedonia Park, which is a popular spot for picnics and outdoor activities. Balcatta is also home to a number of local businesses, making it a hub for shopping and dining.

With its location in Western Australia, Balcatta enjoys plenty of sunshine throughout the year. The suburb has an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. By installing solar panels, residents and businesses in Balcatta can take advantage of the abundant sunshine to generate their own renewable energy. Solar power is not only environmentally friendly, but it can also help to reduce energy bills and increase property values.

For those looking to install solar panels in Balcatta, it is important to consider the optimal angle and orientation for the panels. The ideal angle for solar panels in Western Australia is generally between 25 and 30 degrees, with a north-facing orientation. It is also important to consider any potential shading issues, as shading can significantly reduce solar yields. By working with experienced solar installers in Balcatta, residents and businesses can ensure that their solar panels are optimally placed and installed for maximum efficiency and energy savings.

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