Solar Power Profile - Bumberrah, VIC 3902
More than 83 homes in postcode 3902 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Bumberrah and Johnsonville.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 480 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 1,749 kWh per day, or 638 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,341.375 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $111,717.375 per year.
Bumberrah and 3902 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 529.54 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 4,412,833 km worth of car emissions.
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Solar Power in Bumberrah
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Bumberrah: Metung (sunnybank) - approx. 5.4 km
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Bumberrah Demographics
Bumberrah and the postcode of 3902 has a total population of 384 people, with a median age of 56 years. There are 196 households in Bumberrah, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 1077 per week per household.
About 82% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Bumberrah is $1320/month. By installing solar power in Bumberrah, the average household could save 8.47% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $72772 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 2.4% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Bumberrah is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Bumberrah
BUMBERRAH VIC 3902 is a small town located in the East Gippsland region of Victoria, Australia. The town is situated in a picturesque location surrounded by the Gippsland Lakes and the Alpine National Park. BUMBERRAH is known for its natural beauty and offers visitors a range of outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and camping.
The town experiences a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. BUMBERRAH receives an average of 2,300 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar installers in BUMBERRAH can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. However, potential shading issues should be taken into consideration when installing solar panels.
The benefits of solar power in BUMBERRAH are numerous. By installing solar energy systems, residents and businesses can reduce their reliance on fossil fuels and lower their carbon footprint. Solar power is a clean and renewable energy source that can help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. Additionally, solar power can help to lower energy bills and provide a reliable source of energy even during power outages.