Solar Power Profile - Gobarup, VIC 3559
More than 83 homes in postcode 3559 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Gobarup, Lyndale, Mayreef, Avonmore, Burramboot, Colbinabbin, Corop and Runnymede.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 685 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 2,808 kWh per day, or 1,025 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $2,171.75 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $179,361 per year.
Gobarup and 3559 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 850.75 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 7,089,583 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 3559
544th
State Wide
2098th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Gobarup
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Gobarup: Wanalta Daen Station - approx. 7.1 km
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Gobarup Demographics
Gobarup and the postcode of 3559 has a total population of 499 people, with a median age of 51 years. There are 258 households in Gobarup, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1272 per week per household.
About 64% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Gobarup is $975/month. By installing solar power in Gobarup, the average household could save 18.56% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $159512 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 3.28% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Gobarup is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Gobarup
BURRAMBOOT is a small town located in Victoria, Australia. It is situated in the Loddon Shire, approximately 220 km northwest of Melbourne. The town is surrounded by beautiful landscapes, including the Loddon River, which provides a great opportunity for fishing and other water activities. The town also boasts several parks and reserves, including the Burramboot Wildlife Reserve, which is home to a variety of native wildlife.
With its location in central Victoria, BURRAMBOOT enjoys a sunny climate with an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day. This makes it an ideal location for solar power generation. Solar panels installed in BURRAMBOOT can produce an average of 4.2 kWh of electricity per day, which is enough to power an average household. Solar installers in the area can help residents to install solar panels on their rooftops, taking into account the optimal panel angle and orientation to maximise solar yields.
Installing solar panels in BURRAMBOOT not only helps to reduce electricity bills but also contributes to the environment by reducing carbon emissions. With the increasing demand for renewable energy, solar power is becoming an attractive option for many households. By investing in solar power, residents in BURRAMBOOT can also increase the value of their homes. With the help of local solar installers, residents can take advantage of the sunny climate and enjoy the benefits of solar power.