Solar Power Profile - Dendy, VIC 3186
More than 1464 homes in postcode 3186 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Dendy, Were Street Po, Brighton and Brighton North.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 10,103 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 36,574 kWh per day, or 13,350 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 $2,336,164.25 per year.
Dendy and 3186 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 11,080.5 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 92,337,500 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3186
140th
State Wide
710th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Dendy
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Dendy: Brighton Bowls Club - approx. 2.7 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Dendy, 3186
Dendy Demographics
Dendy and the postcode of 3186 has a total population of 21598 people, with a median age of 48 years. There are 10217 households in Dendy, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 2710 per week per household.
About 64% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Dendy is $3467/month. By installing solar power in Dendy, the average household could save 3.84% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $32984 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 1.13% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Dendy is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Dendy
Brighton VIC 3186 is a beachside suburb located in Melbourne, Australia. It is known for its luxurious homes, high-end shopping, and stunning beaches. The town is home to the Brighton Bathing Boxes, which are a popular tourist attraction and a landmark of the area. These colorful boxes are a great spot for taking photos and enjoying the views of the ocean.
With an average of 2,200 sunshine hours per year, Brighton VIC 3186 is an ideal location for producing solar power. The optimal solar panel angle and orientation for this area is a tilt angle of 35 degrees and a north-facing direction. However, there may be potential shading issues due to the tall buildings and trees in the area. Despite this, solar yields can still be high, and homeowners can benefit from installing solar energy systems.
Solar power is a great investment for residents of Brighton VIC 3186. By installing solar panels, homeowners can reduce their reliance on the grid and lower their electricity bills. They can also take advantage of government incentives and rebates for solar installations. There are many reputable solar installers in the area who can help homeowners choose the right system for their needs and ensure that it is installed correctly.