Solar Power Profile - Bradvale, VIC 3361
More than 112 homes in postcode 3361 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Bradvale, Carranballac and Skipton.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 678 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 2,504 kWh per day, or 914 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,405.25 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $159,943 per year.
Bradvale and 3361 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 758.62 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 6,321,833 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3361
545th
State Wide
2103rd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Bradvale
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Bradvale: Skipton Post Office - approx. 12.5 km
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Bradvale Demographics
Bradvale and the postcode of 3361 has a total population of 599 people, with a median age of 51 years. There are 345 households in Bradvale, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.1 with a median income of 964 per week per household.
About 67% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Bradvale is $867/month. By installing solar power in Bradvale, the average household could save 13.51% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $116071 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 2.8% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Bradvale is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Bradvale
Bradvale is a small town located in the Western District of Victoria, Australia. The town is surrounded by stunning natural beauty, including the Grampians National Park and Mount Ararat. Visitors to Bradvale can enjoy hiking, camping, and exploring the local wildlife. The town itself is home to a number of historic buildings and landmarks, including the Bradvale Hotel and the Bradvale Post Office.
Bradvale enjoys a temperate climate, with warm summers and cool winters. The town experiences an average of 6 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power production. Solar installers in Bradvale can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. Additionally, the town's low levels of shading make it an ideal location for solar power production.
Installing solar energy in Bradvale offers a number of benefits. Solar power is a renewable energy source that produces no greenhouse gases, making it an environmentally friendly choice. Additionally, solar power can help homeowners and businesses save money on their energy bills. By installing solar panels, Bradvale residents can take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine to generate their own power and reduce their reliance on the grid.