Solar Power Profile - California Gully, VIC 3556
More than 2215 homes in postcode 3556 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of California Gully, Comet Hill, Campbells Forest, Eaglehawk, Eaglehawk North, Jackass Flat, Myers Flat, Sailors Gully, Sebastian, Whipstick and Woodvale.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 11,204 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 45,361 kWh per day, or 16,557 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,277.5 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $2,897,433.875 per year.
California Gully and 3556 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 13,742.31 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 114,519,250 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3556
124th
State Wide
640th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in California Gully
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to California Gully: Eaglehawk Borough Office - approx. 1.9 km
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Community Solar Statistics - California Gully, 3556
California Gully Demographics
California Gully and the postcode of 3556 has a total population of 13227 people, with a median age of 39 years. There are 5941 households in California Gully, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1229 per week per household.
About 65% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in California Gully is $1300/month. By installing solar power in California Gully, the average household could save 8.19% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $70373 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% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in California Gully is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About California Gully
CALIFORNIA GULLY is a small town located in the state of Victoria, Australia. It is situated approximately 7km south of Bendigo and is known for its rich history and beautiful natural surroundings. The town is home to a number of attractions, including the Central Deborah Gold Mine, which offers underground tours of the historic mine, and the Bendigo Tramways, which provides visitors with a unique way to explore the town.
The weather in CALIFORNIA GULLY is generally sunny and warm, with an average of around 7 hours of sunshine per day. This makes it an ideal location for solar power, as the town receives plenty of sunlight throughout the year. Solar installers in the area can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to ensure maximum solar yields, and potential shading issues can be easily mitigated.
Installing solar energy in CALIFORNIA GULLY can provide a range of benefits, including reduced energy bills, increased energy independence, and a reduced carbon footprint. With the town's abundant sunshine and favourable weather conditions, solar power is a great option for those looking to invest in renewable energy. Additionally, the Australian government offers a range of incentives and rebates to encourage the installation of solar panels, making it an affordable option for many homeowners and businesses in the area.