Solar Power Profile - Ballangeich, VIC 3279
More than 39 homes in postcode 3279 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Ballangeich and Wangoom.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 234 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 836 kWh per day, or 305 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,341.375 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $53,399.5 per year.
Ballangeich and 3279 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 253.15 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 2,109,583 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3279
646th
State Wide
2416th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Ballangeich
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Ballangeich: Ellerslie Post Office - approx. 9.6 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Ballangeich, 3279
Ballangeich Demographics
Ballangeich and the postcode of 3279 has a total population of 264 people, with a median age of 34 years. There are 103 households in Ballangeich, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 3 with a median income of 2078 per week per household.
About 68% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Ballangeich is $1517/month. By installing solar power in Ballangeich, the average household could save 7.37% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $63322 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 1.24% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Ballangeich is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Ballangeich
BALLANGEICH VIC 3279 is a small town located in the Southern Grampians Shire in Victoria, Australia. The town is situated in a picturesque rural area, surrounded by rolling hills and farmland. One of the main attractions in the area is the Grampians National Park, which is located just a short drive from BALLANGEICH. The park features stunning mountain ranges, including Mount William and Mount Abrupt, and is a popular destination for hiking, rock climbing, and wildlife spotting.
The weather in BALLANGEICH is typical of the region, with warm summers and cool winters. The town enjoys plenty of sunshine throughout the year, with an average of around 5 hours of sunlight per day. This makes it an ideal location for solar power, with many homes and businesses in the area already taking advantage of this renewable energy source. Solar installers in BALLANGEICH can help residents and businesses to design and install solar panel systems that are optimised for the local climate and conditions.
Installing solar power in BALLANGEICH has many benefits, including reducing energy bills, lowering carbon emissions, and increasing energy independence. With the right solar panel angle and orientation, it's possible to maximise solar yields and generate enough energy to power a home or business. Shading issues can be mitigated with careful planning and design, and solar panels can even help to protect roofs from the elements. Overall, BALLANGEICH is a great location for solar power, and residents and businesses in the area should consider installing solar panels to take advantage of this clean, renewable energy source.