Solar Power Profile - Warnbro, WA 6169
More than 8654 homes in postcode 6169 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Warnbro, Safety Bay, Shoalwater and Waikiki.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 36,303 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 166,003 kWh per day, or 60,591 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 $10,603,441.625 per year.
Warnbro and 6169 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 42,413.7 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 353,447,500 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 6169
17th
State Wide
120th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Warnbro
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Warnbro: Rockingham Post Office - approx. 5.9 km
Featured Solar Installers Servicing Warnbro
Quinncroft Electrical Group
Unit 9/31 Dellamarta Rd, 6065Uses Clean Energy Council Accredited Installers.
Community Solar Statistics - Warnbro, 6169
Warnbro Demographics
Warnbro and the postcode of 6169 has a total population of 32486 people, with a median age of 41 years. There are 14736 households in Warnbro, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 1485 per week per household.
About 66% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Warnbro is $1582/month. By installing solar power in Warnbro, the average household could save 6.39% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $54937 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 1.57% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Warnbro is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Warnbro
Located in the City of Rockingham, Western Australia, Safety Bay is a coastal suburb known for its beautiful beaches and water activities. The suburb is situated on the east coast of Warnbro Sound, which is part of the Indian Ocean. Safety Bay is a popular destination for kite surfers and windsurfers, as it experiences consistent sea breezes throughout the year. Visitors can also enjoy swimming, fishing, and boating in the clear blue waters.
Aside from its stunning beaches, Safety Bay is home to several parks and reserves, including the popular Penguin Island. This nature reserve is home to a colony of little penguins, as well as sea lions, dolphins, and a variety of bird species. Visitors can take a ferry to the island and enjoy a guided tour or explore on their own.
With its sunny climate and coastal location, Safety Bay is an ideal location for solar power. The suburb experiences an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, making it a great place to install solar panels and take advantage of renewable energy. Solar power can help homeowners and businesses save money on their energy bills while also reducing their carbon footprint. By working with local solar installers, residents of Safety Bay can take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine and contribute to a more sustainable future.