Solar Power Profile - Bostocks Creek, VIC 3260
More than 572 homes in postcode 3260 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Bostocks Creek, Bookaar, Bungador, Camperdown, Carpendeit, Chocolyn, Gnotuk, Kariah, Koallah, Leslie Manor, Pomborneit, Pomborneit North, Skibo, South Purrumbete, Stonyford, Tandarook, Tesbury and Weerite.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 4,376 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 15,530 kWh per day, or 5,668 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,724.625 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $991,978.75 per year.
Bostocks Creek and 3260 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 4,704.44 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 39,203,667 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3260
273rd
State Wide
1218th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Bostocks Creek
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Bostocks Creek: Cobden (post Office) - approx. 4.5 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Bostocks Creek, 3260
Bostocks Creek Demographics
Bostocks Creek and the postcode of 3260 has a total population of 4375 people, with a median age of 49 years. There are 2230 households in Bostocks Creek, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1256 per week per household.
About 66% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Bostocks Creek is $1153/month. By installing solar power in Bostocks Creek, the average household could save 12.46% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $107116 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 2.64% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Bostocks Creek is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Bostocks Creek
Bookaar is a small town located in Victoria, Australia. It is situated in the Western District, approximately 200 kilometers west of Melbourne. The town is known for its scenic beauty, with rolling hills and lush greenery. The town is surrounded by several mountain ranges, including the Otway Ranges, which provide a stunning backdrop to the town.
Bookaar experiences a temperate climate, with warm summers and cool winters. The town enjoys an average of 6.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. The optimal angle for solar panels in Bookaar is 35 degrees, facing north. However, shading can be an issue in some areas, so it is important to consult with a solar installer to determine the best location for panels.
Installing solar power in Bookaar has many benefits. The town's sunny climate and optimal solar panel angle make it an ideal location for solar energy. Solar power can help reduce energy bills and carbon emissions, while also providing a reliable source of renewable energy. There are several solar installers in the area who can help residents and businesses take advantage of the benefits of solar power.