Solar Power Profile - Diggers Rest, VIC 3427
More than 839 homes in postcode 3427 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Diggers Rest and Plumpton.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 5,180 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 18,750 kWh per day, or 6,844 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 $1,197,656.25 per year.
Diggers Rest and 3427 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 5,680.52 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 47,337,667 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3427
244th
State Wide
1107th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Diggers Rest
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Diggers Rest: Sunbury (salesian College ) - approx. 6.8 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Diggers Rest, 3427
Diggers Rest Demographics
Diggers Rest and the postcode of 3427 has a total population of 5394 people, with a median age of 33 years. There are 2188 households in Diggers Rest, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.6 with a median income of 1991 per week per household.
About 73% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Diggers Rest is $1800/month. By installing solar power in Diggers Rest, the average household could save 6.51% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $55907 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 1.36% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Diggers Rest is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Diggers Rest
Diggers Rest is a small town located in Victoria, Australia. It is situated approximately 33 km north-west of Melbourne's central business district. The town is known for its rich history, with many historical sites and landmarks to explore. One of the main attractions of Diggers Rest is the Diggers Rest Railway Station, which was built in 1861 and is still in use today. Other notable features of the town include the Diggers Rest Football Club and the Diggers Rest Primary School.
When it comes to solar power, Diggers Rest is an ideal location due to its high levels of sunshine throughout the year. With an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, the town is perfect for producing solar energy. Solar installers in Diggers Rest can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. However, potential shading issues should be taken into consideration when installing solar panels.
Renewable energy is becoming increasingly popular in Diggers Rest, with many residents and businesses turning to solar power to reduce their carbon footprint and save on energy costs. By installing solar panels, residents can benefit from reduced electricity bills and a more sustainable way of living. Solar power also helps to reduce reliance on non-renewable energy sources, making it a great choice for those who are environmentally conscious.