Solar Power Profile - Jeeralang, VIC 3840
More than 2525 homes in postcode 3840 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Jeeralang, Driffield, Hazelwood, Hazelwood North, Hazelwood South, Jeeralang Junction, Maryvale, Mid Valley, Morwell, Morwell East and Morwell Upper.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 17,933 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 60,221 kWh per day, or 21,981 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,533 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $3,846,616.375 per year.
Jeeralang and 3840 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 18,244.23 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 152,035,250 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 3840
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Jeeralang: Jeeralang North - approx. 1.2 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Jeeralang, 3840
Jeeralang Demographics
Jeeralang and the postcode of 3840 has a total population of 15342 people, with a median age of 44 years. There are 7526 households in Jeeralang, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 1038 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 Jeeralang is $1083/month. By installing solar power in Jeeralang, the average household could save 11.8% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $101368 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 2.84% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Jeeralang is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Jeeralang
DRIFFIELD VIC 3840 is a charming town located in the Gippsland region of Victoria, Australia. The town is surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, including the stunning Strzelecki Ranges and Tarra-Bulga National Park. Visitors can enjoy hiking, camping, and birdwatching in the area, as well as exploring the quaint local shops and cafes.
With an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, DRIFFIELD is a great location for solar power. Solar installers in the area can help homeowners and businesses take advantage of this renewable energy source, which can save money on electricity bills and reduce carbon emissions. Shading can be an issue in some areas, so it's important to work with a reputable installer who can assess the site and recommend the best solar panel angle and orientation for maximum solar yields.
Investing in solar power in DRIFFIELD not only benefits the environment, but also the local economy. By supporting local solar installers and reducing reliance on fossil fuels, the town can become more self-sufficient and resilient. With the help of solar power, DRIFFIELD can continue to thrive for generations to come.