Solar Power Profile - Westonia, WA 6423
More than 72 homes in postcode 6423 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Westonia, Boodarockin, Carrabin and Warrachuppin.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 378 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 1,754 kWh per day, or 640 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 $112,036.75 per year.
Westonia and 6423 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 448 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 3,733,333 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 6423
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Solar Power in Westonia
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Westonia: Westonia - approx. 1.8 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Westonia, 6423
Westonia Demographics
Westonia and the postcode of 6423 has a total population of 125 people, with a median age of 61 years. There are 85 households in Westonia, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 1.9 with a median income of 1145 per week per household.
About 52% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Westonia is $400/month. By installing solar power in Westonia, the average household could save 31.94% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $274454 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 2.57% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Westonia is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Westonia
BOODAROCKIN WA 6423 is a small town located in the Wheatbelt region of Western Australia. The town is surrounded by vast farmlands and is known for its serene and peaceful atmosphere. The town has a small population and is a great place for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of the city.
BOODAROCKIN WA 6423 enjoys plenty of sunshine throughout the year, making it an ideal location for solar power. The town has an average of 9 hours of sunshine per day, which is perfect for producing solar energy. The optimal angle for solar panels in BOODAROCKIN WA 6423 is between 20 and 30 degrees, and the panels should face north to maximise solar yields. There are no major shading issues in the town, which makes it an excellent location for solar installers.
Installing solar panels in BOODAROCKIN WA 6423 can bring many benefits. The town is located in an area with high solar radiation, which means that solar panels can produce a lot of energy. Solar power is a renewable energy source, which means that it is environmentally friendly and can help reduce carbon emissions. By installing solar panels, residents and businesses in BOODAROCKIN WA 6423 can save money on their electricity bills and contribute to a cleaner and greener future.