Solar Power Profile - Cockatoo, VIC 3781
More than 461 homes in postcode 3781 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Cockatoo, Mount Burnett and Nangana.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 2,354 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 8,017 kWh per day, or 2,926 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 $512,085.875 per year.
Cockatoo and 3781 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 2,428.58 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 20,238,167 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3781
372nd
State Wide
1547th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Cockatoo
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Cockatoo: Gembrook - approx. 4.1 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Cockatoo, 3781
Cockatoo Demographics
Cockatoo and the postcode of 3781 has a total population of 4217 people, with a median age of 36 years. There are 1595 households in Cockatoo, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.9 with a median income of 1993 per week per household.
About 84% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Cockatoo is $1755/month. By installing solar power in Cockatoo, the average household could save 5.16% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $44309 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 Cockatoo is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Cockatoo
Cockatoo is a small town located in the Yarra Ranges in Victoria, Australia. The town is situated approximately 48 km east of Melbourne's central business district and has a population of around 4,000 people. Cockatoo is known for its beautiful natural surroundings, including the Dandenong Ranges and the Yarra Valley, which make it a popular destination for tourists.
With an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, Cockatoo has great potential for solar power. Solar energy is becoming increasingly popular in the town, with many residents and businesses installing solar panels to take advantage of the abundant sunshine. Solar installers in Cockatoo can help residents to determine the optimal angle and orientation for their solar panels, as well as identify any potential shading issues that may affect solar yields.
The benefits of solar power in Cockatoo are numerous. Not only does solar energy reduce reliance on fossil fuels, but it can also help to lower energy bills and reduce carbon emissions. In addition, the Australian government offers a range of incentives for those who install solar panels, including rebates and feed-in tariffs. By harnessing the power of the sun, Cockatoo residents can help to create a more sustainable future for themselves and for the planet.