Solar Power Profile - Congupna, VIC 3633
More than 142 homes in postcode 3633 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Congupna.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 775 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 3,228 kWh per day, or 1,178 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,469.125 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $206,188.5 per year.
Congupna and 3633 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 977.74 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 8,147,833 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3633
530th
State Wide
2052nd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Congupna
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Congupna: Lemnos (campbells Soup) - approx. 7.8 km
Featured Solar Installers Servicing Congupna
Thompson Electrical Solar
115 Benalla-Yarrawonga Rd, 3730Solar installation specialists in Yarrawonga.
Community Solar Statistics - Congupna, 3633
Congupna Demographics
Congupna and the postcode of 3633 has a total population of 582 people, with a median age of 41 years. There are 238 households in Congupna, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.7 with a median income of 1676 per week per household.
About 70% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Congupna is $1603/month. By installing solar power in Congupna, the average household could save 7.64% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $65632 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 1.69% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Congupna is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Congupna
Congupna is a small town located in the Goulburn Valley region of Victoria, Australia. The town is situated approximately 15km north of Shepparton and is surrounded by picturesque farmland and orchards. One of the main attractions of Congupna is the Congupna Station, a historic railway station that has been beautifully restored and now serves as a popular wedding venue. The town also boasts a number of parks and reserves, including the Congupna Bushland Reserve, which is home to a variety of native flora and fauna.
With its location in the heart of the Goulburn Valley, Congupna enjoys plenty of sunshine throughout the year, making it an ideal location for solar power. The town experiences an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, with the highest levels of sunshine occurring during the summer months. This makes it an ideal location for solar panel installation, with the optimal angle for solar panels being between 25 and 30 degrees.
Installing solar panels in Congupna can provide a range of benefits, including reduced electricity bills, lower carbon emissions, and increased energy independence. There are a number of solar installers operating in the area, offering a range of solar power solutions to suit different needs and budgets. By harnessing the power of the sun, residents of Congupna can enjoy reliable and sustainable energy for years to come.