Solar Power Profile - Biggara, VIC 3707
More than 522 homes in postcode 3707 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Biggara, Bringenbrong, Colac Colac, Corryong, Nariel Valley, Thowgla Valley, Tom Groggin, Towong and Towong Upper.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 2,997 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 11,918 kWh per day, or 4,350 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,469.125 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $761,262.25 per year.
Biggara and 3707 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 3,610.5 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 30,087,500 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 3707
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Solar Power in Biggara
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Biggara: Khancoban (indi) - approx. 6.8 km
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Biggara Demographics
Biggara and the postcode of 3707 has a total population of 1608 people, with a median age of 52 years. There are 851 households in Biggara, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 1111 per week per household.
About 65% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Biggara is $897/month. By installing solar power in Biggara, the average household could save 13.65% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $117288 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 2.54% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Biggara is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Biggara
BIGGARA is a small town located in the Shire of Towong, Victoria, Australia. The town is situated near the Murray River and surrounded by picturesque mountain ranges, including the Mitta Mitta Valley and the Alpine National Park. BIGGARA is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering a range of activities such as hiking, camping, fishing, and skiing.
The town enjoys a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. BIGGARA receives an average of 2,500 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal location for solar power production. Solar installers in BIGGARA can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. While shading issues may arise due to the surrounding mountain ranges, solar energy remains a viable and sustainable option for powering homes and businesses in BIGGARA.
By embracing renewable energy sources such as solar power, BIGGARA can reduce its carbon footprint and contribute to a cleaner and more sustainable future. Solar power installations can also provide economic benefits for the town, creating jobs and reducing energy costs for residents and businesses. With its abundant sunshine and stunning natural surroundings, BIGGARA is a prime location for solar energy production and a shining example of sustainable living.