Solar Power Profile - Wyalkatchem, WA 6485
More than 107 homes in postcode 6485 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Wyalkatchem, Cowcowing, Korrelocking, Nalkain and Nembudding.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 473 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 2,209 kWh per day, or 806 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,341.375 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $141,099.875 per year.
Wyalkatchem and 6485 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 564.2 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 4,701,667 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 6485
250th
State Wide
2218th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Wyalkatchem
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Wyalkatchem: Canaan Farm - approx. 5.1 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Wyalkatchem, 6485
Wyalkatchem Demographics
Wyalkatchem and the postcode of 6485 has a total population of 372 people, with a median age of 54 years. There are 315 households in Wyalkatchem, with an average of 0.6 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 1.9 with a median income of 866 per week per household.
About 45% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Wyalkatchem is $557/month. By installing solar power in Wyalkatchem, the average household could save 20.07% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $172458 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 2.98% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Wyalkatchem is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Wyalkatchem
Cowcowing is a small town located in Western Australia, with a population of around 100 people. The town is known for its beautiful natural surroundings, including the nearby Mount Gibson and Mount Singleton ranges. The town is also home to several historic buildings, including the Cowcowing Hotel, which was built in 1898.
With an average of over 300 sunny days per year, Cowcowing is an ideal location for solar power. The town's location in Western Australia means that it receives some of the highest levels of solar radiation in the country. Solar panels installed in Cowcowing can produce high yields of electricity, making it an attractive location for solar installers and those interested in renewable energy.
Installing solar panels in Cowcowing can provide a range of benefits, including reducing electricity bills and reducing dependence on fossil fuels. The optimal angle and orientation for solar panels in Cowcowing is generally facing north and tilted at an angle of around 30 degrees. However, potential shading issues should also be considered when installing solar panels. With its high levels of sunshine and ideal location, Cowcowing is a great place to harness the power of the sun and invest in solar energy.