Solar Power Profile - Budgeree, VIC 3870
More than 300 homes in postcode 3870 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Budgeree, Budgeree East, Johnstones Hill, Boolarra, Boolarra South, Grand Ridge and Mirboo East.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 1,315 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 4,383 kWh per day, or 1,600 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $958.125 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $279,964.125 per year.
Budgeree and 3870 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 1,328 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 11,066,667 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3870
465th
State Wide
1827th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Budgeree
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Budgeree: Budgeree East (claremont) - approx. 3.7 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Budgeree, 3870
Budgeree Demographics
Budgeree and the postcode of 3870 has a total population of 1184 people, with a median age of 50 years. There are 597 households in Budgeree, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1219 per week per household.
About 75% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Budgeree is $1100/month. By installing solar power in Budgeree, the average household could save 7.26% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $62376 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 1.51% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Budgeree is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Budgeree
Boolarra is a small town located in the Latrobe Valley region of Victoria, Australia. The town is surrounded by lush greenery and beautiful mountain ranges, including the Strzelecki Ranges. The town is known for its peaceful atmosphere and friendly locals. If you're looking for a relaxing getaway, Boolarra is the perfect destination.
With an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, Boolarra is an ideal location for solar power. The optimal angle for solar panels in this region is 25-30 degrees, facing north. While shading may be an issue in some areas, a professional solar installer can help you determine the best location for your panels. With its sunny weather and ample space for solar panels, Boolarra is a great place to invest in renewable energy.
By installing solar panels in Boolarra, you can reduce your carbon footprint and save money on your energy bills. Solar power is a clean and sustainable source of energy that can power your home or business for years to come. With the help of a reliable solar installer, you can take advantage of the abundant sunshine in Boolarra and start producing your own energy today.