Solar Power Profile - Walgoolan, WA 6422
More than 5 homes in postcode 6422 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Walgoolan.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 27 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 124 kWh per day, or 45 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 $7,920.5 per year.
Walgoolan and 6422 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 31.5 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 262,500 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 6422
377th
State Wide
2633rd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Walgoolan
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Walgoolan: Seven Oaks - approx. 5.9 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Walgoolan, 6422
Walgoolan Demographics
Walgoolan and the postcode of 6422 has a total population of 61 people, with a median age of 32 years. There are 23 households in Walgoolan, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 3 with a median income of 2125 per week per household.
About 70% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Walgoolan is $1300/month. By installing solar power in Walgoolan, the average household could save 10.24% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $87966 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 1.45% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Walgoolan is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Walgoolan
WALGOOLAN WA 6422 is a small town located in the Wheatbelt region of Western Australia. The town is surrounded by vast farmlands and natural bushland, making it a great destination for nature enthusiasts. Visitors can enjoy hiking and birdwatching in the nearby Mount Caroline Nature Reserve, which offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside.
With over 300 sunny days per year, WALGOOLAN is an ideal location for solar power. The town receives an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, making it a prime spot for solar panel installation. Solar installers in WALGOOLAN can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields and provide clean, renewable energy to the local community.
Installing solar energy in WALGOOLAN has numerous benefits, including reducing carbon emissions, lowering energy bills, and increasing energy independence. By harnessing the power of the sun, residents and businesses in WALGOOLAN can contribute to a more sustainable future while enjoying the economic benefits of solar power.