Solar Power Profile - Clifton Springs, VIC 3222
More than 2927 homes in postcode 3222 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Clifton Springs, Curlewis, Drysdale, Mannerim, Marcus Hill and Wallington.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 16,976 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 60,240 kWh per day, or 21,988 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,341.375 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $3,847,830 per year.
Clifton Springs and 3222 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 18,250.04 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 152,083,667 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 3222
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Solar Power in Clifton Springs
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Clifton Springs: Clifton Springs - approx. 1.8 km
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Clifton Springs Demographics
Clifton Springs and the postcode of 3222 has a total population of 17498 people, with a median age of 45 years. There are 7795 households in Clifton Springs, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 1466 per week per household.
About 72% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Clifton Springs is $1700/month. By installing solar power in Clifton Springs, the average household could save 6.58% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $56505 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 1.76% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Clifton Springs is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Clifton Springs
Clifton Springs is a small coastal town located in Victoria, Australia. It is situated on the Bellarine Peninsula, approximately 20 km east of Geelong. The town is known for its beautiful beaches, scenic walking trails, and charming local shops and restaurants. One of the main attractions of Clifton Springs is the Clifton Springs Golf Club, which offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside and ocean.
Clifton Springs enjoys a temperate climate with mild winters and warm summers. The town receives an average of 6.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar panels installed in Clifton Springs can generate a significant amount of electricity throughout the year, especially during the summer months when the days are longer and the sun is stronger.
Installing solar panels in Clifton Springs can provide numerous benefits for homeowners and businesses. Solar power is a renewable energy source that can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and lower electricity bills. By working with local solar installers, residents and businesses can take advantage of government incentives and rebates to make the transition to solar power more affordable. With its abundant sunshine and ideal location, Clifton Springs is a great place to invest in solar energy.