Solar Power Profile - Caroline Springs, VIC 3023
More than 8096 homes in postcode 3023 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Caroline Springs, Burnside, Burnside Heights, Cairnlea, Deer Park, Deer Park North and Ravenhall.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 46,118 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 164,753 kWh per day, or 60,135 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 $10,523,597.875 per year.
Caroline Springs and 3023 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 49,912.05 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 415,933,750 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3023
9th
State Wide
87th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Caroline Springs
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Caroline Springs: Burnside - approx. 1.6 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Caroline Springs, 3023
Caroline Springs Demographics
Caroline Springs and the postcode of 3023 has a total population of 62202 people, with a median age of 35 years. There are 20753 households in Caroline Springs, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 3.2 with a median income of 1905 per week per household.
About 71% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Caroline Springs is $1869/month. By installing solar power in Caroline Springs, the average household could save 5.7% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $48948 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 1.29% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Caroline Springs is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Caroline Springs
Burnside is a suburb located in the western part of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. It is situated approximately 17 km from the central business district of Melbourne. The town is known for its serene environment and is a great place to live for those who prefer a quiet lifestyle. Burnside has a population of around 5,000 people and is known for its friendly community.
One of the main attractions of Burnside is the Burnside Village Shopping Centre, which is a popular shopping destination for locals and tourists alike. The shopping centre has a wide range of stores, including supermarkets, fashion stores, and specialty shops. Another popular attraction in Burnside is the Burnside Heights Football Club, which is a local football club that has been around for many years.
Burnside has a sunny climate, with an average of 2,700 hours of sunshine per year. This makes it an ideal location for installing solar panels. Solar power is a great way to reduce your carbon footprint and save money on your energy bills. By installing solar panels, you can generate your own electricity and reduce your reliance on the grid. Solar installers in Burnside can help you design and install a solar power system that is tailored to your specific needs. They can also advise you on the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximise your solar yields and minimise any potential shading issues.