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The 3561 postcode, which includes The Settlement, Ballendella, Bamawm, Bamawm Extension, Bonn, Diggora, Diggora West, Fairy Dell, Nanneella, Rochester, Rochester West and Timmering, has 1,973 households. Of these, 28 homes — or 1.4% — have installed rooftop solar panels, reflecting the community's growing move toward renewable energy. With more The Settlement residents looking to reduce their reliance on the electricity grid, many are now turning to solar battery storage as the next step. Solar batteries help homeowners lower energy bills, increase energy independence, and improve long-term sustainability.
According to daily average sunshine data from the nearest weather station at Elmore, households in this community receive approximately 4.8 kWh of sunlight per day. Across 3561, rooftop solar systems collectively generate approximately 707,000 kWh of clean energy each year, based on an average system size of 16.7 kW. At current electricity rates, that's equivalent to around $212,100 of clean energy at grid electricity costs annually.
Solar Battery energy storage is an emerging opportunity across 3561, with excellent potential given the strong solar uptake in the area. As battery technology becomes more affordable and accessible, many households are considering energy storage as the next step in their renewable energy journey.
So instead of sending excess solar energy back to the grid for lower returns, The Settlement homeowners are now storing and using their own clean power around the clock. This smart approach not only reduces reliance on expensive coal-generated electricity from the grid, it protects against blackouts, improves sustainability, and maximises their solar investment and long-term financial returns.
Our interactive tools below allow you to analyze battery performance throughout the year in The Settlement. Explore monthly charge time variations, compare different system configurations, and see how your household's daytime energy consumption affects battery charging efficiency. All calculations use real climate data and daylight hours specific to your location.
For context, the 468 kW of solar in this postcode generates approximately 707 MWh of clean energy annually.
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to The Settlement: Elmore - approx. 10.3 km
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Explore 602 certified home battery systems available in Australia. Compare specifications, capacity, and installation requirements. Annual average charge times are calculated using The Settlement's local climate data and average daylight hours. Use the interactive chart above to see monthly variations and customise scenarios for your specific needs.
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The Settlement Demographics & Energy Profile
The 2021 Australian Bureau of Statistics data highlights why The Settlement is emerging as a hotspot for solar battery adoption. The area's 1,973 households include N/A% couple families with children, and an average household size of 2.3 — a demographic that typically has higher energy needs due to larger home sizes and greater daily electricity use.
Strong homeownership rates in The Settlement further support this transition, with 69% properties owner-occupied, including 521 homes with a mortgage and 832 owned outright, representing households that are financially well-positioned to invest in long-term energy solutions like solar batteries.
The growing remote work trend adds another layer of opportunity, with N/A residents now working from home. This shift increases daytime electricity use, which aligns well with solar generation patterns and further strengthens the case for battery storage to capture and reuse solar energy later in the day.
Looking ahead, the presence of emerging electric vehicles owned in The Settlement signals the next phase of the home energy transition. As EV adoption continues to grow, more households are recognising the benefits of integrating EV charging with solar battery systems, creating efficient, self-powered homes that maximise renewable energy use while minimising reliance on the grid.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data