Solar Power Profile - Dollar, VIC 3871
More than 568 homes in postcode 3871 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Dollar, Limonite, Tarwin East, Allambee Reserve, Allambee South, Baromi, Darlimurla, Delburn, Mirboo and Mirboo North.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 3,222 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 11,051 kWh per day, or 4,034 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,213.625 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $705,882.625 per year.
Dollar and 3871 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 3,348.22 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 27,901,833 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3871
320th
State Wide
1378th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Dollar
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Dollar: East Tarwin (mirboo Pastoral Company) - approx. 4.7 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Dollar, 3871
Dollar Demographics
Dollar and the postcode of 3871 has a total population of 2727 people, with a median age of 48 years. There are 1297 households in Dollar, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1272 per week per household.
About 77% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Dollar is $1387/month. By installing solar power in Dollar, the average household could save 7.29% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $62661 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 1.83% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Dollar is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Dollar
Allambee Reserve is a small town located in Victoria, Australia. The town is known for its stunning natural beauty, with lush green forests, rolling hills, and picturesque landscapes. Visitors to the town can enjoy a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, camping, and birdwatching. One of the main attractions of the town is the Allambee Reserve State Forest, which is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna.
With an average of 6.5 hours of sunshine per day, Allambee Reserve is an ideal location for solar power. The town is located in a region with a temperate climate, with warm summers and mild winters. This makes it an excellent location for solar panel installation, as the optimal angle for solar panels is between 20 and 30 degrees. There are also few shading issues in the area, which means that solar yields are high.
Installing solar panels in Allambee Reserve can provide a range of benefits, including reduced energy bills, increased energy independence, and a reduced carbon footprint. Solar power is a clean, renewable energy source that can help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. There are a number of solar installers in the area who can provide expert advice and installation services to help residents and businesses make the most of the town's abundant sunshine.