Solar Power Profile - Benalla, VIC 3673
More than 489 homes in postcode 3673 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Benalla, Kilfeera, Lake Mokoan, Broken Creek, Goomalibee, Lima, Lima East, Lima South, Lurg, Molyullah, Moorngag, Samaria, Swanpool, Tatong, Upotipotpon, Upper Lurg, Upper Ryans Creek, Winton and Winton North.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 3,005 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 12,237 kWh per day, or 4,467 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,596.875 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $781,638.375 per year.
Benalla and 3673 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 3,707.61 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 30,896,750 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3673
351st
State Wide
1469th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Benalla
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Number of Home Solar Systems Installed
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Daily Avg Sunshine in Benalla
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Benalla: Benalla (shadforth Street) - approx. 693 m
Featured Solar Installers Servicing Benalla
Shannon Fraser Solar & Electrical
50 Thomas Street, 3677For all your solar power and electrical needs.
Community Solar Statistics - Benalla, 3673
Benalla Demographics
Benalla and the postcode of 3673 has a total population of 1659 people, with a median age of 52 years. There are 822 households in Benalla, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1351 per week per household.
About 73% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Benalla is $1500/month. By installing solar power in Benalla, the average household could save 8.87% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $76237 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 2.27% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Benalla is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Benalla
BROKEN CREEK VIC 3673 is a small town located in the north-eastern part of Victoria, Australia. The town is surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, including the Broken Creek which runs through the town. The town features a number of local businesses, including cafes, restaurants, and shops, as well as a primary school and a community hall.
With an average of over 8 hours of sunshine per day, BROKEN CREEK VIC 3673 is an ideal location for producing solar power. The town is located in an area with low levels of air pollution, which means that solar panels are less likely to become dirty and require cleaning. Additionally, the optimal solar panel angle and orientation for BROKEN CREEK VIC 3673 is between 20 and 30 degrees facing north, which allows for maximum solar yield.
Installing solar energy in BROKEN CREEK VIC 3673 can provide a number of benefits for both residents and businesses. By reducing reliance on fossil fuels, solar power can help to lower energy costs and reduce carbon emissions. There are a number of solar installers in the area that can provide expert advice and installation services, making it easy for residents and businesses to make the switch to renewable energy.