Solar Power Profile - Bona Vista, VIC 3820
More than 2827 homes in postcode 3820 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Bona Vista, Lillico and Warragul.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 16,859 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 58,620 kWh per day, or 21,396 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 $3,744,352.5 per year.
Bona Vista and 3820 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 17,758.68 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 147,989,000 km worth of car emissions.
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Bona Vista: Warragul - approx. 4 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Bona Vista, 3820
Bona Vista Demographics
Bona Vista and the postcode of 3820 has a total population of 18545 people, with a median age of 40 years. There are 8057 households in Bona Vista, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 1566 per week per household.
About 70% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Bona Vista is $1625/month. By installing solar power in Bona Vista, the average household could save 6.88% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $59113 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 1.65% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Bona Vista is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Bona Vista
BONA VISTA VIC 3820 is a small town located in the Gippsland region of Victoria, Australia. The town is surrounded by picturesque countryside and is home to a number of natural attractions, including the Tarwin River and the Strzelecki Ranges. Visitors can enjoy hiking, fishing, and camping in the area, or explore the local wineries and breweries. BONA VISTA is also known for its friendly community and relaxed pace of life.
The town enjoys a temperate climate, with warm summers and cool winters. BONA VISTA receives an average of 6.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar installers in the area can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximise solar yields. While shading can be an issue in some areas, experienced solar installers can design systems that minimise the impact of shading.
Installing solar energy systems in BONA VISTA has numerous benefits for both homeowners and businesses. Solar power is a renewable energy source that can help reduce reliance on fossil fuels and lower energy bills. By installing solar panels, residents of BONA VISTA can take advantage of government incentives and rebates to offset the cost of installation. In addition, businesses can benefit from the positive environmental impact of solar power, which can help attract customers and improve their bottom line.