Solar Power Profile - Hoddles Creek, VIC 3139
More than 1986 homes in postcode 3139 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Hoddles Creek, Beenak, Don Valley, Launching Place, Seville, Seville East, Wandin East, Wandin North, Woori Yallock and Yellingbo.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 12,759 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 43,148 kWh per day, or 15,749 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,405.25 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $2,756,078.5 per year.
Hoddles Creek and 3139 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 13,071.67 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 108,930,583 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3139
97th
State Wide
571st
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Hoddles Creek
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Hoddles Creek: Gladysdale (little Feet Farm) - approx. 6.8 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Hoddles Creek, 3139
Hoddles Creek Demographics
Hoddles Creek and the postcode of 3139 has a total population of 13633 people, with a median age of 39 years. There are 5197 households in Hoddles Creek, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.8 with a median income of 1887 per week per household.
About 84% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Hoddles Creek is $1820/month. By installing solar power in Hoddles Creek, the average household could save 6.43% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $55293 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 1.43% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Hoddles Creek is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Hoddles Creek
Beenak is a small town located in Victoria, Australia, with a population of just over 200 people. The town is situated in the Yarra Ranges and is surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, including the Yarra Ranges National Park and Mount Beenak. Visitors to the town can enjoy a range of outdoor activities, such as hiking, camping, and birdwatching.
With an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, Beenak is an ideal location for solar power. The town's location in the Yarra Ranges means that it is protected from strong winds, which can damage solar panels. Additionally, the town's high elevation means that solar panels can be installed at an optimal angle to maximise energy production. Local solar installers can help residents to design and install solar systems that are tailored to their specific needs.
By installing solar panels in Beenak, residents can benefit from reduced energy bills and a lower carbon footprint. Solar power is a clean and renewable source of energy that can help to reduce reliance on fossil fuels. Additionally, the Australian government offers a range of incentives and rebates to encourage the installation of solar panels, making it an affordable option for many households.