Solar Power Profile - Darlington, VIC 3271
More than 42 homes in postcode 3271 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Darlington, Dundonnell and Pura Pura.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 326 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 1,178 kWh per day, or 430 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,788.5 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $75,244.75 per year.
Darlington and 3271 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 356.9 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 2,974,167 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 3271
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State Wide
2333rd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Darlington
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Darlington: Darlington (ware Street) - approx. 3.1 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Darlington, 3271
Darlington Demographics
Darlington and the postcode of 3271 has a total population of 158 people, with a median age of 49 years. There are 85 households in Darlington, with an average of 0.6 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 1312 per week per household.
About 56% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Darlington is $867/month. By installing solar power in Darlington, the average household could save 17.19% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $147726 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 2.62% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Darlington is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Darlington
Darlington is a small town located in the Southern Grampians Shire, Victoria, Australia. The town is situated in a picturesque valley surrounded by rolling hills and farmland. The town is known for its beautiful landscapes, peaceful atmosphere, and friendly locals. Darlington is a great place to visit if you're looking for a relaxing getaway.
With an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, Darlington is a great location for solar energy production. The optimal angle for solar panels in Darlington is around 35 degrees, facing north. However, shading from trees and buildings can reduce solar yields, so it's important to choose the right location for your solar panels. Solar installers in Darlington can help you determine the best location for your solar panels and ensure that you get the most out of your solar energy system.
By installing solar panels in Darlington, you can reduce your reliance on non-renewable energy sources and save money on your electricity bills. Solar power is a clean and renewable source of energy that produces no greenhouse gas emissions. In addition, the Australian government offers incentives and rebates for households and businesses that install solar energy systems. By choosing solar power, you can help to create a more sustainable future for yourself and for the planet.