Solar Power Profile - West Nowra, NSW 2541
More than 4388 homes in postcode 2541 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of West Nowra, Nowra Dc, Bangalee, Bomaderry, North Nowra, Nowra, Nowra East, Nowra North and South Nowra.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 28,691 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 105,911 kWh per day, or 38,658 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 $6,765,065.125 per year.
West Nowra and 2541 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 28,220.34 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 235,169,500 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 2541
55th
State Wide
180th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in West Nowra
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to West Nowra: Nowra Boat Shed (shoalhaven River) - approx. 2.5 km
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Community Solar Statistics - West Nowra, 2541
West Nowra Demographics
West Nowra and the postcode of 2541 has a total population of 25437 people, with a median age of 40 years. There are 11559 households in West Nowra, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1235 per week per household.
About 56% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in West Nowra is $1692/month. By installing solar power in West Nowra, the average household could save 7.55% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $64883 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 2.39% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in West Nowra is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About West Nowra
Bangalee is a small town located in the Shoalhaven region of New South Wales, Australia. It is situated near the coast and is surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes, including the Cambewarra Range and the Morton National Park. The town is known for its peaceful and laid-back atmosphere, making it an ideal destination for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.
One of the main attractions of Bangalee is its abundance of sunshine. The town enjoys an average of 7.2 hours of sunshine per day, making it an excellent location for solar power production. With the help of solar installers in Bangalee, homeowners and businesses can take advantage of this abundant sunshine to generate their own renewable energy and reduce their reliance on the grid.
By installing solar panels at the optimal angle and orientation, residents of Bangalee can maximize their solar yields and enjoy significant savings on their energy bills. Additionally, solar power is a clean and sustainable source of energy, which can help to reduce the town's carbon footprint and contribute to a more sustainable future for all.