Solar Power Profile - Chadstone Centre, VIC 3148
More than 682 homes in postcode 3148 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Chadstone Centre, Chadstone, Holmesglen and Jordanville.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 3,351 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 11,811 kWh per day, or 4,311 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,085.875 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $754,427.625 per year.
Chadstone Centre and 3148 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 3,578.13 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 29,817,750 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3148
312nd
State Wide
1359th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Chadstone Centre
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Chadstone Centre: Riversdale Golf Club - approx. 3.1 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Chadstone Centre, 3148
Chadstone Centre Demographics
Chadstone Centre and the postcode of 3148 has a total population of 9122 people, with a median age of 35 years. There are 3997 households in Chadstone Centre, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 1991 per week per household.
About 52% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Chadstone Centre is $2250/month. By installing solar power in Chadstone Centre, the average household could save 4.02% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $34561 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 1.05% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Chadstone Centre is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Chadstone Centre
Chadstone is a suburb located in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. It is known for being home to Chadstone Shopping Centre, which is the largest shopping centre in the southern hemisphere. The shopping centre features over 500 stores, a cinema, and a range of dining options. Chadstone also has a number of parks and reserves, including the Scotchman's Creek Trail and the Waverley Park.
Chadstone has a temperate oceanic climate with warm summers and cool winters. The suburb experiences an average of 2,080 hours of sunshine per year, making it a great location for solar power. Solar installers in Chadstone can take advantage of the suburb's high levels of sunshine to produce renewable energy and reduce electricity bills for homeowners and businesses. With the optimal solar panel angle and orientation, solar yields in Chadstone can be maximised.
Installing solar energy in Chadstone has many benefits, including reducing greenhouse gas emissions, lowering electricity bills, and increasing the value of properties. Homeowners and businesses can take advantage of government incentives and rebates to make the installation of solar panels more affordable. Solar power is a sustainable and renewable source of energy, making it an ideal choice for those looking to reduce their carbon footprint and contribute to a cleaner environment.