Solar Power Profile - Takalarup, WA 6324
More than 522 homes in postcode 6324 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Takalarup, Denbarker, Forest Hill, Mount Barker, Perillup, Porongurup, South Stirling and Woogenellup.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 2,823 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 10,959 kWh per day, or 4,000 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,341.375 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $700,006.125 per year.
Takalarup and 6324 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 2,800 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 23,333,333 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 6324
148th
State Wide
1449th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Takalarup
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Takalarup: Jedavyn - approx. 8.5 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Takalarup, 6324
Takalarup Demographics
Takalarup and the postcode of 6324 has a total population of 3179 people, with a median age of 47 years. There are 1643 households in Takalarup, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1191 per week per household.
About 58% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Takalarup is $1300/month. By installing solar power in Takalarup, the average household could save 8.6% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $73891 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 2.17% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Takalarup is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Takalarup
DENBARKER WA 6324 is a small town located in the Great Southern region of Western Australia. The town is surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, including the Stirling Range National Park, which is home to some of the highest peaks in Western Australia. Visitors to the town can enjoy hiking, camping, and birdwatching in the national park, as well as exploring the local wineries and farms.
The town of DENBARKER WA 6324 enjoys a Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and cool, wet winters. The area receives an average of 8.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar installers in DENBARKER WA 6324 can take advantage of the high levels of sunshine to produce renewable energy for homes and businesses in the area.
Installing solar panels in DENBARKER WA 6324 can provide a range of benefits, including reducing energy bills, decreasing reliance on fossil fuels, and reducing carbon emissions. Solar panels can be installed at an optimal angle and orientation to maximise solar yields, and shading issues can be mitigated through careful placement of panels. Overall, DENBARKER WA 6324 is an excellent location for solar power, and residents and businesses in the area should consider installing solar panels to take advantage of the many benefits of renewable energy.