Solar Power Profile - Katamatite, VIC 3649
More than 99 homes in postcode 3649 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Katamatite and Katamatite East.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 572 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 2,423 kWh per day, or 884 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 $154,769.125 per year.
Katamatite and 3649 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 733.72 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 6,114,333 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3649
563rd
State Wide
2154th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Katamatite
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Katamatite: Cobram Post Office - approx. 15.5 km
Featured Solar Installers Servicing Katamatite
Thompson Electrical Solar
115 Benalla-Yarrawonga Rd, 3730Solar installation specialists in Yarrawonga.
Community Solar Statistics - Katamatite, 3649
Katamatite Demographics
Katamatite and the postcode of 3649 has a total population of 432 people, with a median age of 45 years. There are 190 households in Katamatite, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 1261 per week per household.
About 67% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Katamatite is $950/month. By installing solar power in Katamatite, the average household could save 13.45% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $115560 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 2.34% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Katamatite is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Katamatite
KATAMATITE VIC 3649 is a small town located in the north-eastern part of Victoria, Australia. The town is situated in the Shire of Moira and has a population of around 400 people. KATAMATITE is known for its beautiful natural surroundings, including the nearby Broken Creek and the Warby Ranges, which provide a stunning backdrop for the town.
The weather in KATAMATITE is generally warm and sunny, with an average of around 280 sunny days per year. This makes it an ideal location for solar power, with plenty of sunshine hours to generate renewable energy. Solar installers in KATAMATITE can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation, which can help to maximise solar yields and minimise shading issues.
There are many benefits to producing solar power in KATAMATITE, including reducing reliance on fossil fuels, lowering energy bills, and contributing to a more sustainable future. With the town's abundant sunshine and favourable weather conditions, it's no wonder that more and more residents are turning to solar energy as a way to power their homes and businesses.