Solar Power Profile - Ayrford, VIC 3268
More than 383 homes in postcode 3268 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Ayrford, Curdie Vale, Nullawarre East, Brucknell, Cooriemungle, Cowleys Creek, Curdies River, Curdievale, Heytesbury Lower, Newfield, Nirranda, Nirranda East, Nirranda South, Nullawarre, Nullawarre North, Paaratte, The Cove, Timboon and Timboon West.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 3,876 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 13,845 kWh per day, or 5,053 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $2,299.5 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $884,349.375 per year.
Ayrford and 3268 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 4,193.99 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 34,949,917 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3268
290th
State Wide
1280th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Ayrford
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Ayrford: Nullawarre - approx. 9.6 km
Featured Solar Installers Servicing Ayrford
Leahy's Electrical Services
6 Scott Street, 3280Powering Southwest Victoria with Quality Electrical Solutions
Community Solar Statistics - Ayrford, 3268
Ayrford Demographics
Ayrford and the postcode of 3268 has a total population of 2335 people, with a median age of 44 years. There are 1118 households in Ayrford, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 1466 per week per household.
About 62% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Ayrford is $1200/month. By installing solar power in Ayrford, the average household could save 15.97% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $137227 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 3.02% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Ayrford is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Ayrford
AYRFORD VIC 3268 is a charming town located in the southwest region of Victoria, Australia. The town is surrounded by stunning natural beauty, including the nearby Mount Noorat and Mount Shadwell. AYRFORD is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering plenty of opportunities for hiking, camping, and wildlife watching.
When it comes to solar power, AYRFORD VIC 3268 is an ideal location due to its high levels of sunshine throughout the year. The town enjoys an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it a great place to install solar panels and generate renewable energy. Additionally, the town's location in the southwest region of Victoria means that it is less prone to extreme weather events such as bushfires and cyclones, making it a safe and reliable location for solar power installations.
For those interested in solar power in AYRFORD VIC 3268, there are a number of local solar installers who can provide expert advice and installation services. By installing solar panels in AYRFORD, residents and businesses can benefit from reduced energy bills, increased energy independence, and a reduced carbon footprint. With its abundant sunshine and stunning natural surroundings, AYRFORD VIC 3268 is the perfect location for anyone looking to harness the power of the sun and generate clean, renewable energy.