Solar Power Profile - Wembley Downs, WA 6019
More than 2726 homes in postcode 6019 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Wembley Downs and Scarborough.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 14,457 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 66,451 kWh per day, or 24,255 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,533 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $4,244,557.625 per year.
Wembley Downs and 6019 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 16,978.5 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 141,487,500 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 6019
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Solar Power in Wembley Downs
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Wembley Downs: City Beach - approx. 1.8 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Wembley Downs, 6019
Wembley Downs Demographics
Wembley Downs and the postcode of 6019 has a total population of 22047 people, with a median age of 37 years. There are 11247 households in Wembley Downs, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 2188 per week per household.
About 57% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Wembley Downs is $2167/month. By installing solar power in Wembley Downs, the average household could save 5.9% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $50661 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 1.35% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Wembley Downs is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Wembley Downs
Scarborough is a picturesque coastal suburb located in the northern part of Perth, Western Australia. This suburb is known for its beautiful beaches, clear blue waters, and stunning sunsets. Scarborough Beach is the main attraction in the area, with its pristine white sand and crystal-clear water. The beach is perfect for swimming, surfing, and sunbathing. Scarborough also boasts a lively nightlife scene, with plenty of bars, cafes, and restaurants to choose from.
With over 3,000 hours of sunshine per year, Scarborough is an ideal location for solar power. The suburb has a Mediterranean climate, with hot summers and mild winters. Solar panels in Scarborough can produce an average of 4.2 kilowatt-hours per day, which is enough to power a typical household. Solar installers in the area can help residents choose the best solar panel angle and orientation for maximum solar yield.
Installing solar panels in Scarborough can provide a range of benefits, including reducing energy bills, decreasing carbon footprint, and increasing property value. With the increasing demand for renewable energy, investing in solar power can also be a smart financial decision. Solar power can help to reduce reliance on traditional energy sources and provide a sustainable energy solution for the future.