Solar Power Profile - Balaclava, VIC 3183
More than 541 homes in postcode 3183 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Balaclava and St Kilda East.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 2,842 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 10,221 kWh per day, or 3,731 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,213.625 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $652,866.375 per year.
Balaclava and 3183 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 3,096.73 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 25,806,083 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3183
337th
State Wide
1438th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Balaclava
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Balaclava: Caulfield (racecourse) - approx. 3.9 km
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Balaclava Demographics
Balaclava and the postcode of 3183 has a total population of 16615 people, with a median age of 34 years. There are 9384 households in Balaclava, with an average of 1 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.1 with a median income of 2022 per week per household.
About 41% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Balaclava is $2167/month. By installing solar power in Balaclava, the average household could save 4.67% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $40106 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 1.15% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Balaclava is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Balaclava
Balaclava is a suburb located in the city of Port Phillip, Victoria, Australia. It is situated just 7 kilometers southeast of Melbourne's Central Business District. The suburb is known for its vibrant and diverse community, with plenty of cafes, restaurants, and shops lining the streets of Carlisle and Chapel Streets. Balaclava is also home to the historic Astor Theatre, which has been entertaining locals since 1936.
When it comes to solar power, Balaclava's location in Victoria makes it an ideal place for solar energy production. The town receives an average of 4.2 hours of sunlight per day, which is plenty of time for solar panels to generate electricity. Solar installers in Balaclava can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. However, potential shading issues from trees or nearby buildings should be taken into consideration when installing solar panels.
Switching to solar power in Balaclava has many benefits, including reducing your carbon footprint and saving money on electricity bills. With the Australian government's solar rebate program, homeowners and businesses can receive financial incentives for installing solar panels. By going solar in Balaclava, you can join the growing movement towards renewable energy and help create a more sustainable future for generations to come.