Solar Power Profile - Wattleup, WA 6166
More than 2158 homes in postcode 6166 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Wattleup, Lake Coogee, Coogee, Henderson and Munster.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 12,906 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 59,322 kWh per day, or 21,653 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,724.625 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $3,789,192.75 per year.
Wattleup and 6166 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 15,157.1 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 126,309,167 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 6166
68th
State Wide
564th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Wattleup
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Wattleup: Spearwood - approx. 2.8 km
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Wattleup Demographics
Wattleup and the postcode of 6166 has a total population of 10100 people, with a median age of 42 years. There are 4118 households in Wattleup, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.6 with a median income of 2119 per week per household.
About 79% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Wattleup is $2167/month. By installing solar power in Wattleup, the average household could save 6.63% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $56993 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 Wattleup is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Wattleup
Coogee is a coastal suburb located in Western Australia, just 23km south of Perth's CBD. The town is known for its stunning beaches, including Coogee Beach and Woodman Point Beach, which offer a range of activities such as swimming, fishing, and picnicking. The Coogee Maritime Trail is also a popular attraction, featuring a series of underwater sculptures that can be explored by snorkelling or diving.
With over 3,000 hours of sunshine per year, Coogee is an ideal location for solar power. The town's warm and sunny climate provides ample opportunity for homeowners and businesses to benefit from solar energy. Solar installers in Coogee can help residents determine the optimal angle and orientation for their solar panels, as well as address any potential shading issues that may impact solar yields.
By installing solar panels in Coogee, residents can reduce their reliance on traditional energy sources and lower their carbon footprint. Solar power is a renewable energy source that produces no emissions, making it an environmentally friendly choice for homeowners and businesses alike. Additionally, by generating their own electricity, Coogee residents can save money on their energy bills and potentially even earn money by selling excess energy back to the grid.