Solar Power Profile - Booran Road Po, VIC 3163
More than 1694 homes in postcode 3163 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Booran Road Po, Carnegie, Glen Huntly and Murrumbeena.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 8,875 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 31,916 kWh per day, or 11,649 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,213.625 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $2,038,634.5 per year.
Booran Road Po and 3163 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 9,668.67 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 80,572,250 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3163
160th
State Wide
801st
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Booran Road Po
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Booran Road Po: Caulfield (racecourse) - approx. 1.8 km
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Booran Road Po Demographics
Booran Road Po and the postcode of 3163 has a total population of 31245 people, with a median age of 36 years. There are 15914 households in Booran Road Po, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 1926 per week per household.
About 50% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Booran Road Po is $2093/month. By installing solar power in Booran Road Po, the average household could save 4.83% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $41524 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 1.21% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Booran Road Po is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Booran Road Po
Booran Road PO is a suburb located in the south-eastern part of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. The town is known for its peaceful and serene surroundings, making it an ideal place to live for families and retirees. Booran Road PO is also home to several parks and reserves, including the Booran Reserve, which offers a range of recreational activities such as walking, cycling, and picnicking.
Booran Road PO enjoys a temperate climate with warm summers and mild winters. The town receives an average of 2,100 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal location for solar power production. Solar installers in Booran Road PO can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. However, potential shading issues from nearby trees and buildings should be taken into consideration when installing solar panels.
By installing solar energy systems in Booran Road PO, residents can benefit from reduced electricity bills and a reduced carbon footprint. Solar power is a renewable energy source that can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. Additionally, the Australian government offers incentives and rebates for households and businesses that install solar energy systems, making it an affordable and accessible option for many.