Solar Power Profile - Grand Ridge, VIC 3962
More than 244 homes in postcode 3962 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Grand Ridge, Agnes, Christies, Toora, Toora North, Wonyip, Woorarra and Woorarra East.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 1,225 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 4,115 kWh per day, or 1,502 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,085.875 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $262,845.625 per year.
Grand Ridge and 3962 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 1,246.66 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 10,388,833 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3962
485th
State Wide
1890th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Grand Ridge
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Grand Ridge: Upper Toora - approx. 2.9 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Grand Ridge, 3962
Grand Ridge Demographics
Grand Ridge and the postcode of 3962 has a total population of 846 people, with a median age of 54 years. There are 531 households in Grand Ridge, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.1 with a median income of 937 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 Grand Ridge is $1000/month. By installing solar power in Grand Ridge, the average household could save 9.05% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $77762 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 2.23% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Grand Ridge is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Grand Ridge
Agnes VIC 3962 is a small town located in the East Gippsland region of Victoria, Australia. The town is known for its picturesque views of the surrounding mountains, including the Snowy River National Park and the Alpine National Park. The town is also home to several attractions, including the Buchan Caves, which are a popular destination for tourists.
With an average of 6.5 hours of sunshine per day, Agnes VIC 3962 is an ideal location for solar power. The town's location in the mountains means that it is often cooler than surrounding areas, which can help to increase solar panel efficiency. Additionally, the town's relatively low levels of air pollution mean that solar panels are less likely to be affected by dust and other debris.
Installing solar energy in Agnes VIC 3962 can provide a number of benefits, including lower energy bills and a reduced carbon footprint. Solar installers in the area can help residents to determine the optimal angle and orientation for their solar panels, taking into account potential shading issues and other factors that could affect solar yields. By harnessing the power of the sun, residents of Agnes VIC 3962 can help to create a more sustainable future for themselves and for the planet.