Solar Power Profile - Churchill, VIC 3842
More than 690 homes in postcode 3842 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Churchill.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 3,515 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 12,222 kWh per day, or 4,461 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,149.75 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $780,680.25 per year.
Churchill and 3842 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 3,702.63 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 30,855,250 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 3842
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Solar Power in Churchill
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Churchill: Churchill - approx. 1.6 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Churchill, 3842
Churchill Demographics
Churchill and the postcode of 3842 has a total population of 4478 people, with a median age of 38 years. There are 2085 households in Churchill, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1109 per week per household.
About 63% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Churchill is $997/month. By installing solar power in Churchill, the average household could save 9.61% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $82584 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 1.99% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Churchill is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Churchill
Churchill is a small town located in Victoria, Australia. It is situated in the Gippsland region, approximately 160 km east of Melbourne. The town is surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes, including the Strzelecki Ranges and the Tarra-Bulga National Park. Churchill is known for its peaceful atmosphere and friendly locals, making it a great place to visit or live.
With an average of 4.5 hours of sunshine per day, Churchill has great potential for solar power. Solar energy is a clean, renewable source of energy that can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and save money on electricity bills. By installing solar panels at the optimal angle and orientation, households and businesses in Churchill can take advantage of the town's sunny weather and generate their own electricity.
There are several solar installers in Churchill and the surrounding areas that can help residents and businesses with the installation of solar panels. These companies can provide advice on the best solar panel systems for different needs and budgets, as well as help with the maintenance and repair of solar panels. By choosing a reliable solar installer, residents and businesses in Churchill can ensure that their solar panels are installed correctly and efficiently, maximizing their solar yields and saving money on electricity bills.