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Solar Power Profile - Frankston South, VIC 3199

More than 5920 homes in postcode 3199 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Frankston South, Frankston, Frankston East, Frankston Heights, Karingal and Karingal Centre.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 32,917 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 118,376 kWh per day, or 43,207 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 $7,561,267 per year.

Frankston South and 3199 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 35,861.81 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 298,848,417 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 3199

21st

State Wide

166th

Australia Wide

Solar Power in Frankston South

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Average kW per solar installation

Postcode 3199

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Number of Home Solar Systems Installed

Postcode 3199

Daily Avg Sunshine in Frankston South
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Frankston South: Moorooduc - approx. 8 km

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Frankston South

Jet Solar

13/5 Enterprise Drive, 3178

Victoria's highest rated solar installer.

Pacific Solar

1 Hewitt Street, 3192

Unleash the power of commercial solar.

Zing Solar Vic

2 Main Street, 3030

100% Australian based

Solar Run Keysborough

35 Pacific Drive, 3173

Australia’s preferred solar company making installation simple.

Community Solar Statistics - Frankston South, 3199

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Homes With Solar

2,700

Homes With Solar

This calculation is based on the Clean Energy Regulator number of small-scale technology certificates (STCs) claimed for solar installations less than 100kW in size in the 3199 postcode. The number of certificates claimed is directly related to the number of solar power systems commissioned, as lodged by the solar installation business.

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Avg Solar Savings

$456/year

Avg Solar Savings

This calculation assumes a Beauru of Meteorology annual mean global daily irradiation for Frankston South based on the average solar system size for 3199, modelled with a 50% of solar production that is fed directly into the grid at 10c/kWh, and the remaining 50% of the solar energy produced being consumed within the home at an energy bill reduction of 25c/kWh.

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Est Retail Value of Power Generated

$5,219,317/year

Est Retail Value of Power Generated

This calculation assumes a Beauru of Meteorology mean global daily irradiation for Frankston South, using the total number of kW installed according to the Clean Energy Regulator, valued at 25c/kWh.

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Solar Panels Installed

15,745 kW

Solar Panels Installed

This calculation is based on for the number of kilowatts installed in postcode 3199 according to the Clean Energy Regulator.

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Avg Daily Solar Generation

57,039 kWh

Avg Daily Solar Generation

This calculation is based on the total number of kilowatts installed for this location sourced from the Clean Energy Regulator multiplied by the annual mean global daily irradiation for the Beauru of Meteorology weather station nearest to Frankston South. The amount of solar power generated each day is therefore the total amount of solar power generated per one day based on an average day of sunlight.

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Yearly Solar Generation

20,717 MWh

Yearly Solar Generation

This calculation is based on the total number of kilowatts installed for this location sourced from the Clean Energy Regulator multiplied by the mean global daily irradiation for the Beauru of Meteorology weather station nearest to Frankston South. The amount of solar power generated each year is therefore the total amount solar power panel generated for 12 months based on an average day of sunlight.

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Local Jobs Created

155

Local Jobs Created

This calculation is based on Beyond Zero Emissions economic modelling showing that 5.8 jobs are directly created per megawatt of rooftop solar installed. The amount of jobs created from rooftop solar in postcode 3199 takes the number of "Solar Panels Installed" calculation multiplied by 5.8 jobs/MW ratio to indicate the employment created.

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Community Energy Savings

$3,653,474/year

Community Energy Savings

This is based on the "Average Solar Savings" calculation multiplied by the total number of Homes with Solar calculation for postcode 3199. The total amount of money saved by residential solar power for this area indicates how much this location saves in total dollars each year from the total amount of solar power generation.

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Local Business Generated

$47,716,427

Local Business Generated

To figure out the economic value generated for solar installation businesses servicing postcode 3199, we take the Solar Panels Installed calculation and multiply it by an average assumed price of $3 per watt, which we adjusted for historical price changes. This then gives us an idea of the revenue generated by solar installation businesses supplying and installing solar power in the area.

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Annual CO2 Reduction

17,168 tonnes

Annual CO2 Reduction

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 3199 using the "Yearly Solar Generation" calculation multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in VIC. So this shows us the amount of carbon dioxide pollution equivalent that would be generated by coal-fired power stations for the same amount of kilowatts that are instead saved by clean and green rooftop solar power.

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Yearly Carbon Sequestration

242,439 trees

Yearly Carbon Sequestration

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 3199 using the "Yearly Solar Generation" calculation multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in VIC, then coverted to the number of trees that would be required to capture and sequester that amount of carbon dioxide pollution. (14 trees per tonne of CO2) So this number gives us a different way of understanding the environmental benefits of solar by giving us an equivalent number of mature trees capturing and sequestering carbon dioxide pollution into the soil that is equal to the amount of CO2 otherwise saved because of rooftop solar power in this area.

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Yearly Car Emissions

144,404,590 km driven

Yearly Car Emissions

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 3199 using the "Yearly Solar Generation" calculation multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in VIC, then coverted to the number of kilometres driven by an average car. (120g of CO2 per km driven) So this number gives us a different way of understanding the environmental benefits of solar by giving us an equivalent number of kilometres driven worth of car emissions that is equal to the amount of CO2 otherwise saved because of rooftop solar power in this area.

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Frankston South Demographics

Frankston South and the postcode of 3199 has a total population of 51751 people, with a median age of 40 years. There are 23644 households in Frankston South, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1522 per week per household.

About 60% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Frankston South is $1845/month. By installing solar power in Frankston South, the average household could save 5.77% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $49585 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 1.61% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Frankston South is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Frankston South

Frankston is a suburb located in the southeastern part of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. It is situated on the eastern shore of Port Phillip Bay, about 40 kilometers from the Melbourne CBD. The town is known for its beautiful beaches, scenic boardwalks, and vibrant arts scene. Visitors can enjoy a variety of activities, including swimming, boating, fishing, and hiking. The town also boasts several historical landmarks, such as the Frankston Pier and the Frankston Railway Station.

Frankston enjoys a temperate oceanic climate, with mild winters and warm summers. The town receives an average of 2,200 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal location for solar power. Homeowners and businesses in Frankston can benefit from installing solar panels on their roofs, which can significantly reduce their energy bills and carbon footprint. Solar installers in Frankston can help customers determine the optimal angle and orientation for their solar panels, as well as identify any potential shading issues that may affect their solar yields.

By embracing solar power, Frankston can contribute to Australia's transition to renewable energy and help reduce the country's dependence on fossil fuels. Solar energy is a clean, sustainable, and cost-effective source of power that can help mitigate the effects of climate change. Installing solar panels in Frankston can also increase property values and attract environmentally conscious buyers. With its abundant sunshine and beautiful scenery, Frankston is an ideal location for solar power and a shining example of sustainable living.

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