Solar Power Profile - Capel Sound, VIC 3940
More than 531 homes in postcode 3940 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Capel Sound and Rosebud West.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 2,795 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 10,117 kWh per day, or 3,693 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,213.625 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $646,223.375 per year.
Capel Sound and 3940 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 3,065.19 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 25,543,250 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 3940
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Solar Power in Capel Sound
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Capel Sound: Rosebud (country Club) - approx. 1.7 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Capel Sound, 3940
Capel Sound Demographics
Capel Sound and the postcode of 3940 has a total population of 4539 people, with a median age of 59 years. There are 3612 households in Capel Sound, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 1.9 with a median income of 950 per week per household.
About 36% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Capel Sound is $1603/month. By installing solar power in Capel Sound, the average household could save 6.31% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $54217 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 2.46% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Capel Sound is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Capel Sound
Capel Sound, also known as Rosebud West, is a coastal town located in the Mornington Peninsula region of Victoria, Australia. The town is situated on the shores of Port Phillip Bay, offering visitors and residents alike stunning views of the water. Capel Sound is home to a variety of attractions, including the Rosebud Country Club, which features a golf course and tennis courts, and the Capel Sound Foreshore Reserve, which offers a beautiful beach for swimming and sunbathing. Other notable features of the town include the abundance of local parks and nature reserves, as well as a variety of shops and restaurants.
Capel Sound enjoys a temperate climate, with mild winters and warm summers. The town receives an average of 2,500 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal location for solar power production. Solar installers in Capel Sound can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation, as well as the lack of significant shading issues. With its high solar yields and favorable weather conditions, Capel Sound is an excellent location for those interested in installing solar energy systems.
The benefits of solar power in Capel Sound are numerous. By installing solar panels, residents and businesses can reduce their reliance on traditional power sources, which can help to lower energy costs and reduce carbon emissions. Additionally, solar power systems require little maintenance and can provide reliable, long-term energy solutions. With its abundant sunshine and favorable weather conditions, Capel Sound is an ideal location for those interested in harnessing the power of the sun to meet their energy needs.