Solar Power Profile - Breakwater, VIC 3219
More than 2316 homes in postcode 3219 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Breakwater, East Geelong, Newcomb, St Albans Park, Thomson and Whittington.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 11,590 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 40,852 kWh per day, or 14,911 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,149.75 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $2,609,421.5 per year.
Breakwater and 3219 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 12,376.13 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 103,134,417 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 3219
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Solar Power in Breakwater
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Breakwater: Geelong Racecourse - approx. 932 m
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Community Solar Statistics - Breakwater, 3219
Breakwater Demographics
Breakwater and the postcode of 3219 has a total population of 18794 people, with a median age of 42 years. There are 9209 households in Breakwater, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 1228 per week per household.
About 57% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Breakwater is $1408/month. By installing solar power in Breakwater, the average household could save 6.8% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $58477 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 1.8% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Breakwater is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Breakwater
BREAKWATER VIC 3219 is a suburb located in the city of Greater Geelong, Victoria, Australia. The suburb is situated approximately 6 kilometers southwest of the Geelong CBD. The town is known for its industrial and commercial areas, including the Geelong Refinery and the Shell Geelong Terminal. Additionally, the town has several parks and reserves, including the popular Eastern Park.
With an average of 5.2 hours of sunshine per day, BREAKWATER VIC 3219 has great potential for solar power. Optimal solar panel angle and orientation in this area is typically between 20 and 30 degrees facing north. While shading can be an issue in some areas, a reputable solar installer can help you determine the best location for your solar panels to maximize solar yields.
Installing solar energy in BREAKWATER VIC 3219 can bring significant benefits to both homeowners and businesses. Solar power can help reduce energy bills and carbon footprint, while also increasing property value. With the Australian government's solar rebate program, there has never been a better time to invest in solar energy. By partnering with a reputable solar installer in the area, you can take advantage of these benefits and help contribute to a more sustainable future.