Solar Power Profile - Westwood, WA 6316
More than 79 homes in postcode 6316 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Westwood, Boyerine, Cartmeticup, Glencoe, Kenmare and Woodanilling.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 324 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 1,390 kWh per day, or 507 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,149.75 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $88,786.25 per year.
Westwood and 6316 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 354.9 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 2,957,500 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 6316
275th
State Wide
2337th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Westwood
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Westwood: Kojonolokan Hills - approx. 7.5 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Westwood, 6316
Westwood Demographics
Westwood and the postcode of 6316 has a total population of 342 people, with a median age of 44 years. There are 180 households in Westwood, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 1281 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 Westwood is $1033/month. By installing solar power in Westwood, the average household could save 9.28% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $79706 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 1.73% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Westwood is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Westwood
Boyerine is a small town located in Western Australia, with a population of just over 100 people. Despite its size, the town boasts a number of features and attractions that make it a popular destination for tourists and locals alike. One of the most notable features of Boyerine is its stunning natural beauty, with the town surrounded by picturesque mountain ranges including the Stirling Range and the Porongurup Range. Visitors to Boyerine can enjoy hiking, camping, and wildlife spotting in these ranges.
When it comes to solar power, Boyerine is an ideal location for installation. The town experiences an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar panels. Additionally, the mountain ranges surrounding Boyerine can provide some shade, which can actually be beneficial for solar panels as it can help to regulate their temperature and improve their efficiency. Solar installers in Boyerine can also take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximise solar yields and ensure that panels are producing as much energy as possible.
Investing in solar power in Boyerine has a number of benefits. Not only can it help to reduce energy bills and provide a reliable source of renewable energy, but it can also help to reduce the town's carbon footprint and contribute to a more sustainable future. By working with experienced solar installers in Boyerine, residents and businesses can take advantage of the town's ideal solar conditions and enjoy the many benefits of solar power.