Solar Power Profile - Barnadown, VIC 3557
More than 155 homes in postcode 3557 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Barnadown, Fosterville, Goornong, Muskerry and Muskerry East.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 902 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 3,652 kWh per day, or 1,333 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,533 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $233,271.5 per year.
Barnadown and 3557 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 1,106.39 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 9,219,917 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 3557
512nd
State Wide
1988th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Barnadown
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Barnadown: Bendigo Airport - approx. 19.2 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Barnadown, 3557
Barnadown Demographics
Barnadown and the postcode of 3557 has a total population of 786 people, with a median age of 41 years. There are 341 households in Barnadown, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.6 with a median income of 1680 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 Barnadown is $1338/month. By installing solar power in Barnadown, the average household could save 9.55% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $82049 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 1.75% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Barnadown is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Barnadown
BARNADOWN VIC 3557 is a small town located in central Victoria, Australia. It is surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, including the Mount Alexander Regional Park and the Castlemaine Diggings National Heritage Park. The town itself is known for its friendly community and quaint country charm, with a range of local shops and cafes to explore.
With an average of 5.2 hours of sunshine per day, BARNADOWN VIC 3557 has great potential for solar power production. Solar installers in the area can take advantage of the town's location and optimal panel orientation to achieve high solar yields. However, it is important to consider potential shading issues from nearby trees or buildings when installing solar panels.
Investing in solar power in BARNADOWN VIC 3557 can provide a range of benefits, including reducing energy bills and carbon emissions. By harnessing the power of renewable energy, residents and businesses in the area can contribute to a more sustainable future while also enjoying the financial benefits of solar energy.