Solar Power Profile - Ascot, VIC 3364
More than 454 homes in postcode 3364 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Ascot, Smokey Town, Ullina, Allendale, Bald Hills, Barkstead, Blampied, Broomfield, Cabbage Tree, Campbelltown, Coghills Creek, Glendonald, Glendonnell, Joyces Creek, Kingston, Kooroocheang, Lawrence, Mount Prospect, Newlyn, Newlyn North, Rocklyn, Smeaton, Smokeytown, Springmount, Strathlea and Werona.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 2,754 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 10,429 kWh per day, or 3,807 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 $666,152.375 per year.
Ascot and 3364 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 3,159.81 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 26,331,750 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3364
347th
State Wide
1462nd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Ascot
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Ascot: Creswick - approx. 8.2 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Ascot, 3364
Ascot Demographics
Ascot and the postcode of 3364 has a total population of 2073 people, with a median age of 47 years. There are 992 households in Ascot, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1458 per week per household.
About 77% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Ascot is $1553/month. By installing solar power in Ascot, the average household could save 7.88% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $67745 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 1.94% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Ascot is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Ascot
Allendale is a small town located in Victoria, Australia, with a population of around 200 people. The town is situated in the Pyrenees Shire and is surrounded by beautiful rolling hills and stunning natural scenery. One of the main attractions of Allendale is its proximity to the Mount Cole State Forest, which offers visitors the chance to explore the great outdoors and take in the breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.
Allendale enjoys a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. The town experiences an average of 6.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. With the right solar panel angle and orientation, homeowners and businesses in Allendale can take advantage of this abundant sunshine to generate their own clean, renewable energy and reduce their reliance on fossil fuels.
By installing solar panels in Allendale, residents can benefit from lower electricity bills, reduced carbon emissions, and increased energy independence. Solar power is a smart investment that can help to future-proof homes and businesses against rising energy costs and protect the environment for future generations. For those interested in installing solar panels in Allendale, there are a number of reputable solar installers in the area who can provide expert advice and guidance on the best solar solutions for individual needs.