Solar Power Profile - Kooloonong, VIC 3597
More than 84 homes in postcode 3597 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Kooloonong, Kenley, Lake Powell, Narrung, Natya and Piangil.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 1,522 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 6,670 kWh per day, or 2,435 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $5,046.125 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $426,046.25 per year.
Kooloonong and 3597 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 2,021.05 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 16,842,083 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3597
447th
State Wide
1763rd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Kooloonong
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Kooloonong: Boundary Bend - approx. 17.3 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Kooloonong, 3597
Kooloonong Demographics
Kooloonong and the postcode of 3597 has a total population of 421 people, with a median age of 40 years. There are 230 households in Kooloonong, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 1583 per week per household.
About 45% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Kooloonong is $650/month. By installing solar power in Kooloonong, the average household could save 64.69% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $555946 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 6.13% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Kooloonong is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Kooloonong
KENLEY VIC 3597 is a small town located in Victoria, Australia. It is situated in the Yarra Ranges and is surrounded by beautiful mountain ranges such as the Dandenong Ranges and the Yarra Valley. The town has a rich history and is known for its scenic beauty, making it a popular tourist destination.
The weather in KENLEY VIC 3597 is generally mild with warm summers and cool winters. The town receives a good amount of sunshine throughout the year, making it an ideal location for solar power production. The optimal solar panel angle and orientation in KENLEY VIC 3597 is typically facing north at an angle between 20-30 degrees. Potential shading issues should be taken into consideration when installing solar panels.
Installing solar energy in KENLEY VIC 3597 can provide numerous benefits. The town's high levels of sunshine hours make it an ideal location for solar power production, which can help reduce energy bills and carbon emissions. There are also many local solar installers available to help residents and businesses with the installation process. By investing in renewable energy sources such as solar power, KENLEY VIC 3597 can reduce its reliance on non-renewable energy sources and contribute to a more sustainable future.