Solar Power Profile - Glen Waverley, VIC 3150
More than 6454 homes in postcode 3150 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Glen Waverley, Brandon Park and Wheelers Hill.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 34,813 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 121,877 kWh per day, or 44,485 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 $7,784,893.375 per year.
Glen Waverley and 3150 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 36,922.55 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 307,687,917 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3150
16th
State Wide
129th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Glen Waverley
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Glen Waverley: Vermont Transport Research - approx. 2.4 km
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Glen Waverley Demographics
Glen Waverley and the postcode of 3150 has a total population of 60312 people, with a median age of 43 years. There are 23790 households in Glen Waverley, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.8 with a median income of 1882 per week per household.
About 66% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Glen Waverley is $2500/month. By installing solar power in Glen Waverley, the average household could save 4.05% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $34764 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 1.24% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Glen Waverley is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Glen Waverley
Brandon Park is a suburb located in the south-eastern part of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. The suburb is known for its excellent shopping centres, educational institutions, and a wide range of recreational activities. The Brandon Park Shopping Centre is one of the most popular shopping destinations in the area, featuring a wide range of retail stores, supermarkets, and restaurants. The Monash Aquatic and Recreation Centre is another popular attraction in the area, offering a range of fitness facilities and swimming pools.
With an average of 2000 sunshine hours per year, Brandon Park is an ideal location for solar power production. The town receives plenty of sunshine throughout the year, making it an excellent place to install solar panels. Solar installers in Brandon Park can help residents and businesses take advantage of this renewable energy source. With optimal solar panel angle and orientation, potential shading issues can be minimized, and solar yields can be maximized.
Installing solar energy in Brandon Park can bring a range of benefits, including lower energy bills, reduced carbon footprint, and increased property value. By using solar power, residents and businesses can reduce their reliance on non-renewable energy sources and contribute to a cleaner environment. Solar power is a sustainable and cost-effective solution for powering homes and businesses in Brandon Park. With the help of experienced solar installers, residents and businesses can take advantage of the many benefits of solar energy.