Solar Power Profile - Thornlie, WA 6108
More than 5077 homes in postcode 6108 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Thornlie.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 21,284 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 95,803 kWh per day, or 34,968 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,213.625 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $6,119,416.625 per year.
Thornlie and 6108 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 24,477.6 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 203,980,000 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 6108
34th
State Wide
273rd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Thornlie
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Thornlie: Gosnells City - approx. 3.1 km
Featured Solar Installers Servicing Thornlie
Quinncroft Electrical Group
Unit 9/31 Dellamarta Rd, 6065Uses Clean Energy Council Accredited Installers.
Community Solar Statistics - Thornlie, 6108
Thornlie Demographics
Thornlie and the postcode of 6108 has a total population of 22620 people, with a median age of 38 years. There are 8913 households in Thornlie, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.7 with a median income of 1571 per week per household.
About 72% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Thornlie is $1625/month. By installing solar power in Thornlie, the average household could save 6.22% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $53483 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 1.49% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Thornlie is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Thornlie
Thornlie is a suburb located in the southeastern part of Perth, Western Australia. It is situated approximately 18 kilometers from the Perth CBD and is part of the City of Gosnells. Thornlie has a diverse population and offers a range of amenities, including shopping centers, restaurants, parks, and recreational facilities. The suburb is also home to several schools, making it an ideal location for families.
Thornlie 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. Solar installers in Thornlie can take advantage of the suburb's optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. However, potential shading issues should be taken into consideration when installing solar panels.
Installing solar energy in Thornlie has several benefits. Not only does it reduce your carbon footprint, but it also helps you save on electricity bills. With rising electricity costs, installing solar panels can help you save money in the long run. Additionally, the Australian government offers several incentives for households and businesses that install solar panels, making it a cost-effective solution for renewable energy.