Solar Power Profile - Dadswells Bridge, VIC 3385
More than 123 homes in postcode 3385 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Dadswells Bridge, Deep Lead, Glenorchy, Ledcourt, Lubeck, Riachella, Roses Gap and Wal Wal.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 783 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 3,131 kWh per day, or 1,143 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,596.875 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $199,992.625 per year.
Dadswells Bridge and 3385 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 948.69 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 7,905,750 km worth of car emissions.
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Solar Power in Dadswells Bridge
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Dadswells Bridge: Dadswells Bridge - approx. 5.4 km
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Dadswells Bridge Demographics
Dadswells Bridge and the postcode of 3385 has a total population of 506 people, with a median age of 52 years. There are 251 households in Dadswells Bridge, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1259 per week per household.
About 76% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Dadswells Bridge is $867/month. By installing solar power in Dadswells Bridge, the average household could save 15.35% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $131898 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 2.44% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Dadswells Bridge is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Dadswells Bridge
DADSWELLS BRIDGE VIC 3385 is a small town located in Victoria, Australia. It is situated in the Northern Grampians Shire and is surrounded by beautiful mountain ranges such as the Grampians and Mount Cole. The town is known for its peaceful and scenic surroundings, making it a popular tourist destination. Visitors can enjoy hiking, camping, and birdwatching in the nearby national parks.
The weather in DADSWELLS BRIDGE VIC 3385 is generally sunny and dry, with an average of 300 sunny days per year. This makes it an ideal location for solar power production. Solar panels installed in this town can generate a significant amount of energy due to the high number of sunshine hours. Solar installers can optimize the angle and orientation of the panels to maximize solar yields. However, potential shading issues should be taken into consideration when installing solar panels.
The benefits of solar power in DADSWELLS BRIDGE VIC 3385 are numerous. The town can reduce its carbon footprint by producing clean and renewable energy. Solar power can also help reduce electricity bills for residents and businesses. Installing solar panels can increase the value of properties and attract more visitors to the town. Solar power is a sustainable and cost-effective solution for DADSWELLS BRIDGE VIC 3385 to meet its energy needs and contribute to a greener future.