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Solar Power Profile - Fairhaven, VIC 3231

More than 470 homes in postcode 3231 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Fairhaven, Aireys Inlet, Big Hill, Eastern View and Moggs Creek.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 2,580 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 9,217 kWh per day, or 3,364 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 $588,735.875 per year.

Fairhaven and 3231 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 2,792.12 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 23,267,667 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 3231

355th

State Wide

1495th

Australia Wide

Solar Power in Fairhaven

* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Fairhaven: Aireys Inlet - approx. 325 m

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Fairhaven

Geelong Solar Energy

27 Nobility Street, 3224

Specialist is solar power systems and energy storage

Go Solar Go Green

33 Mackey Street, 3215

Nationwide solar installer go solar go green.

Luke Mitchell Electrical

153 Weddell Rd, 3215

Geelong's solar & electrical experts.

Evo Solar

5 Whyte Court, 3220

Uses Clean Energy Council Accredited Installers.

Community Solar Statistics - Fairhaven, 3231

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Fairhaven Demographics

Fairhaven and the postcode of 3231 has a total population of 1391 people, with a median age of 56 years. There are 1740 households in Fairhaven, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 1785 per week per household.

About 31% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Fairhaven is $2167/month. By installing solar power in Fairhaven, the average household could save 4.91% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $42217 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 1.38% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Fairhaven is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Fairhaven

Aireys Inlet is a charming coastal town located in Victoria, Australia. It is situated on the Great Ocean Road and is known for its stunning beaches, picturesque landscapes, and unique rock formations. The town is surrounded by beautiful mountain ranges such as the Otway Ranges and the Anglesea Heath, making it an ideal location for nature lovers and hikers.

With an average of 2,200 sunshine hours per year, Aireys Inlet is a great place to harness the power of solar energy. The town experiences a mild oceanic climate with warm summers and cool winters, making it perfect for solar panel installation. Solar power can help residents and businesses save money on their electricity bills while reducing their carbon footprint.

Installing solar panels in Aireys Inlet can provide many benefits, including a reduction in energy costs, increased property value, and a contribution to a sustainable future. Solar installers in the area can help residents and businesses determine the optimal angle and orientation for their solar panels, taking into account potential shading issues and maximizing solar yields. With its abundant sunshine and commitment to renewable energy, Aireys Inlet is a great place to invest in solar power.

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