Solar Power Profile - Cobden, VIC 3266
More than 427 homes in postcode 3266 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Cobden, Bullaharre, Cobrico, Elingamite, Elingamite North, Glenfyne, Jancourt, Jancourt East, Naroghid and Simpson.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 4,007 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 14,218 kWh per day, or 5,190 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $2,107.875 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $908,174.75 per year.
Cobden and 3266 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 4,307.7 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 35,897,500 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3266
287th
State Wide
1255th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Cobden
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Cobden: Cobden (post Office) - approx. 1 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Cobden, 3266
Cobden Demographics
Cobden and the postcode of 3266 has a total population of 2765 people, with a median age of 47 years. There are 1311 households in Cobden, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1298 per week per household.
About 66% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Cobden is $1200/month. By installing solar power in Cobden, the average household could save 14.64% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $125791 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 3.12% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Cobden is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Cobden
Bullaharre is a small town located in Victoria, Australia. It is situated in the Corangamite Shire and is home to a population of around 200 people. The town is known for its peaceful and serene surroundings, making it an ideal location for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.
One of the main attractions of Bullaharre is the beautiful countryside that surrounds it. The town is located near several mountain ranges, including the Otway Ranges and the Grampians, which offer stunning views and plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, and rock climbing.
With its sunny climate and long daylight hours, Bullaharre is an ideal location for solar power. The town receives an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, which is more than enough to generate significant amounts of solar energy. Solar installers in Bullaharre can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. However, potential shading issues should be taken into consideration when installing solar panels in the area. Overall, Bullaharre is a great location for those interested in renewable energy and solar power.