Solar Power Profile - Dimboola, VIC 3414
More than 358 homes in postcode 3414 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Dimboola, Antwerp and Tarranyurk.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 1,765 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 7,187 kWh per day, or 2,623 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,277.5 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $459,069.625 per year.
Dimboola and 3414 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 2,177.09 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 18,142,417 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3414
419th
State Wide
1694th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Dimboola
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Dimboola: Dimboola - approx. 1.3 km
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Dimboola Demographics
Dimboola and the postcode of 3414 has a total population of 1584 people, with a median age of 52 years. There are 942 households in Dimboola, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.1 with a median income of 1082 per week per household.
About 65% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Dimboola is $807/month. By installing solar power in Dimboola, the average household could save 13.19% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $113364 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 2.27% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Dimboola is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Dimboola
Antwerp VIC 3414 is a small town located in the north-west of Victoria, Australia. The town is situated in the Shire of Buloke and has a population of approximately 200 people. Antwerp is known for its peaceful and relaxed atmosphere, making it a great place to live for those who enjoy a slower pace of life.
One of the main attractions of Antwerp is the Antwerp Hill Nature Conservation Reserve, which is located just a few kilometres from the town. The reserve is home to a variety of native flora and fauna, including kangaroos, wallabies, and echidnas. Visitors can enjoy a range of activities in the reserve, such as bushwalking, birdwatching, and picnicking.
Antwerp VIC 3414 is an ideal location for solar power due to its high levels of sunshine throughout the year. The town receives an average of 5.5 hours of sunlight per day, which is well above the national average. Solar installers in Antwerp can take advantage of this by installing solar panels at the optimal angle and orientation to maximise solar yields. Additionally, the town's relatively flat terrain means that there are few shading issues to contend with, making it easier to achieve optimal solar power production.