Solar Power Profile - Brooklyn, VIC 3012
More than 1776 homes in postcode 3012 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Brooklyn, Kingsville, Kingsville West, Maidstone, Tottenham and West Footscray.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 11,679 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 42,001 kWh per day, or 15,330 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,533 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $2,682,813.875 per year.
Brooklyn and 3012 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 12,723.9 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 106,032,500 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3012
115th
State Wide
618th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Brooklyn
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Brooklyn: Sunshine (city Of Brinbank) - approx. 2.9 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Brooklyn, 3012
Brooklyn Demographics
Brooklyn and the postcode of 3012 has a total population of 25296 people, with a median age of 35 years. There are 11768 households in Brooklyn, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1987 per week per household.
About 51% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Brooklyn is $2100/month. By installing solar power in Brooklyn, the average household could save 6.08% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $52277 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 1.48% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Brooklyn is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Brooklyn
BROOKLYN VIC 3012 is a charming suburb located in the inner-west of Melbourne, Australia. The area is renowned for its peaceful and friendly community, making it an ideal place to live for families and professionals alike. BROOKLYN boasts a range of amenities, including parks, cafes, restaurants, and shops, all within easy reach of the town's residential areas.
When it comes to solar power, BROOKLYN VIC 3012 is an excellent location due to its high levels of sunshine and optimal solar panel orientation. With an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, BROOKLYN receives plenty of sunlight throughout the year, making it an ideal location for solar panel installation. Additionally, the town's flat terrain and minimal shading issues make it easy to achieve optimal solar panel angles and yields, ensuring maximum energy production.
By installing solar panels in BROOKLYN VIC 3012, residents can benefit from reduced electricity bills, increased energy independence, and a reduced carbon footprint. Solar power is a clean and renewable energy source that can help to mitigate the effects of climate change and reduce reliance on non-renewable energy sources. With a range of solar installers operating in the area, BROOKLYN residents have plenty of options when it comes to choosing a solar panel system that meets their needs and budget.