Solar Power Profile - Wilbinga, WA 6041
More than 581 homes in postcode 6041 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Wilbinga, Caraban, Gabbadah, Guilderton and Woodridge.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 2,895 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 13,443 kWh per day, or 4,907 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,469.125 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $858,671.625 per year.
Wilbinga and 6041 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 3,434.9 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 28,624,167 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 6041
145th
State Wide
1429th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Wilbinga
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Wilbinga: Woodridge Estate - approx. 7.9 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Wilbinga, 6041
Wilbinga Demographics
Wilbinga and the postcode of 6041 has a total population of 1384 people, with a median age of 51 years. There are 1063 households in Wilbinga, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.6 with a median income of 1311 per week per household.
About 46% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Wilbinga is $1733/month. By installing solar power in Wilbinga, the average household could save 7.06% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $60708 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 2.16% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Wilbinga is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Wilbinga
CARABAN WA 6041 is a small town located in Western Australia, approximately 150 km north of Perth. The town is known for its picturesque landscapes, including rolling hills and stunning mountain ranges such as the Chittering Valley and the Darling Range. Visitors can enjoy hiking and camping in the nearby national parks, as well as exploring the local wineries and art galleries.
With an average of over 300 sunny days per year and minimal cloud cover, CARABAN is an ideal location for solar power production. Solar installers in the area can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. However, potential shading issues should be taken into consideration when designing solar systems in the area.
Investing in solar energy in CARABAN has numerous benefits, including reducing energy costs and decreasing carbon emissions. The town is committed to promoting renewable energy and has several initiatives in place to encourage the use of solar power. By installing solar panels, residents and businesses in CARABAN can take advantage of the abundant sunshine and contribute to a more sustainable future.