Solar Power Profile - Black Rock, VIC 3193
More than 1754 homes in postcode 3193 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Black Rock, Beaumaris, Black Rock North and Cromer.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 10,880 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 39,644 kWh per day, or 14,470 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 $2,532,260.5 per year.
Black Rock and 3193 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 12,010.1 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 100,084,167 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 3193
125th
State Wide
662nd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Black Rock
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Black Rock: Beaumaris - approx. 792 m
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Community Solar Statistics - Black Rock, 3193
Black Rock Demographics
Black Rock and the postcode of 3193 has a total population of 19380 people, with a median age of 48 years. There are 8011 households in Black Rock, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.6 with a median income of 2546 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 Black Rock is $3000/month. By installing solar power in Black Rock, the average household could save 4.08% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $35069 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 1.11% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Black Rock is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Black Rock
Beaumaris is a beautiful suburb located in the southeastern part of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. This coastal town is known for its stunning beaches, picturesque parks, and a variety of recreational activities. The town is surrounded by various landmarks, including the Royal Melbourne Golf Club, Mentone Beach, and Ricketts Point Marine Sanctuary. With its abundant sunshine hours, Beaumaris is an ideal location for solar power production and installation. Solar installers in Beaumaris can benefit from the town's optimal solar panel orientation and angle, which can help increase solar yields.
The weather in Beaumaris is generally mild, with warm summers and cool winters. The town experiences an average of 2,600 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal location for renewable energy production. With its coastal location, Beaumaris can experience some shading issues, but this can be mitigated by proper solar panel placement and installation. Solar power can provide significant benefits to the residents of Beaumaris, including reduced energy costs, increased energy independence, and a reduced carbon footprint.
Installing solar energy systems in Beaumaris can provide numerous benefits to the community. Solar power can help reduce the town's reliance on fossil fuels, which can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. Additionally, solar power can help reduce energy costs for residents and businesses, which can help stimulate the local economy. By investing in solar power, Beaumaris can become a leader in renewable energy production and help create a more sustainable future for generations to come.