Solar Power Profile - Daylesford, VIC 3460
More than 563 homes in postcode 3460 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Daylesford and Basalt.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 3,353 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 12,617 kWh per day, or 4,605 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,405.25 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $805,910.875 per year.
Daylesford and 3460 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 3,822.15 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 31,851,250 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 3460
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State Wide
1358th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Daylesford
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Daylesford: Daylesford - approx. 1 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Daylesford, 3460
Daylesford Demographics
Daylesford and the postcode of 3460 has a total population of 2470 people, with a median age of 55 years. There are 1858 households in Daylesford, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 1.9 with a median income of 1183 per week per household.
About 48% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Daylesford is $1530/month. By installing solar power in Daylesford, the average household could save 7.65% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $65773 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 2.28% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Daylesford is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 DataAbout Daylesford
BASALT VIC 3460 is a charming town located in the Central Highlands region of Victoria, Australia. The town is known for its stunning natural beauty, with picturesque views of the surrounding mountain ranges and lush greenery. Visitors can enjoy a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, cycling, and fishing.
With an average of 6.5 hours of sunshine per day, BASALT is an ideal location for solar power. Solar installers in the area can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. While potential shading issues should be taken into account, the town's sunny weather makes it a great location for renewable energy.
By installing solar energy systems in BASALT, residents and businesses can benefit from reduced energy bills and a lower carbon footprint. Solar power is a clean and sustainable source of energy that can help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. With the support of local solar installers, BASALT can continue to lead the way in renewable energy and sustainable living.