Solar Power Profile - Drik Drik, VIC 3304
More than 458 homes in postcode 3304 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Drik Drik, Bessiebelle, Dartmoor, Drumborg, Greenwald, Heywood, Homerton, Lyons, Milltown, Mumbannar, Myamyn and Winnap.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 2,735 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 9,706 kWh per day, or 3,543 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,341.375 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $619,970.75 per year.
Drik Drik and 3304 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 2,940.69 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 24,505,750 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3304
361st
State Wide
1519th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Drik Drik
Average kW per solar installation
Postcode 3304
Number of Home Solar Systems Installed
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Daily Avg Sunshine in Drik Drik
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Drik Drik: Drik Drik - approx. 674 m
Featured Solar Installers Servicing Drik Drik
Leahy's Electrical Services
6 Scott Street, 3280Powering Southwest Victoria with Quality Electrical Solutions
Community Solar Statistics - Drik Drik, 3304
Drik Drik Demographics
Drik Drik and the postcode of 3304 has a total population of 2446 people, with a median age of 49 years. There are 1268 households in Drik Drik, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 1146 per week per household.
About 70% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Drik Drik is $952/month. By installing solar power in Drik Drik, the average household could save 11.74% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $100902 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 2.25% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Drik Drik is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Drik Drik
BESSIEBELLE VIC 3304 is a small town located in Victoria, Australia. It is situated in the Western District of Victoria and is surrounded by beautiful landscapes and natural attractions. The town is known for its peaceful and serene environment, making it an ideal location for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of the city.
One of the main attractions in BESSIEBELLE is the Mount Eccles National Park, which is located just a few kilometers away from the town. The park is home to several extinct volcanoes, making it a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts. Other notable attractions include the Hopkins Falls, which is one of the largest waterfalls in Victoria, and the Heywood Historic Walk, which takes visitors on a journey through the town's rich history.
BESSIEBELLE VIC 3304 enjoys a temperate climate with warm summers and mild winters. The town receives ample sunshine throughout the year, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar panels installed in BESSIEBELLE can generate a significant amount of energy, which can help reduce electricity bills and carbon footprint. Solar installers in the town can help homeowners and businesses optimize their solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. With the increasing demand for renewable energy, installing solar panels in BESSIEBELLE can also increase the value of properties and attract environmentally conscious buyers.