Solar Power Profile - Flinders, VIC 3929
More than 368 homes in postcode 3929 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Flinders.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 2,969 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 10,676 kWh per day, or 3,897 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,852.375 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $681,929.5 per year.
Flinders and 3929 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 3,234.51 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 26,954,250 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3929
335th
State Wide
1418th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Flinders
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Flinders: Flinders - approx. 3.8 km
Featured Solar Installers Servicing Flinders
Solar Run Keysborough
35 Pacific Drive, 3173Australia’s preferred solar company making installation simple.
Dunton Group Electrical and Solar
10 Thomson Terrace, 3936Clean Energy Council Approved Solar Retailer.
Community Solar Statistics - Flinders, 3929
Flinders Demographics
Flinders and the postcode of 3929 has a total population of 911 people, with a median age of 63 years. There are 894 households in Flinders, with an average of 0.6 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.1 with a median income of 2104 per week per household.
About 41% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Flinders is $2500/month. By installing solar power in Flinders, the average household could save 6.17% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $53061 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 1.69% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Flinders is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Flinders
Flinders is a charming coastal town situated on the Mornington Peninsula in Victoria, Australia. It is located approximately 75 km southeast of Melbourne and is known for its stunning beaches, picturesque scenery, and rich history. The town is surrounded by beautiful mountain ranges, including Arthurs Seat and the Red Hill Range, which provide a stunning backdrop for the town's many attractions.
Flinders is blessed with an abundance of sunshine, making it an ideal location for solar power. The town enjoys an average of 2,600 hours of sunshine per year, which is more than enough to power homes and businesses with solar energy. With the help of local solar installers, residents and business owners can take advantage of this abundant resource and reduce their reliance on traditional energy sources.
Installing solar panels in Flinders can provide a range of benefits, including lower energy bills, reduced carbon emissions, and increased property values. Solar panels can also help to protect against rising electricity costs and provide a reliable source of energy during power outages. By working with experienced solar installers, residents and business owners can ensure that their solar panels are installed at the optimal angle and orientation to maximise solar yields and minimise shading issues.