Solar Power Profile - Koondrook, VIC 3580
More than 243 homes in postcode 3580 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Koondrook.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 1,552 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 6,616 kWh per day, or 2,415 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,724.625 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $422,597 per year.
Koondrook and 3580 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 2,004.45 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 16,703,750 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3580
445th
State Wide
1757th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Koondrook
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Koondrook: Barham (thule Street) - approx. 1.8 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Koondrook, 3580
Koondrook Demographics
Koondrook and the postcode of 3580 has a total population of 1008 people, with a median age of 54 years. There are 511 households in Koondrook, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 973 per week per household.
About 75% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Koondrook is $1105/month. By installing solar power in Koondrook, the average household could save 13.01% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $111769 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 3.41% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Koondrook is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Koondrook
KOONDROOK VIC 3580 is a small town located in Victoria, Australia. It is situated on the banks of the Murray River and is surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, including the Gunbower National Park and the Murray-Kulkyne Park. The town is known for its rich history, which can be explored at the Koondrook and District Pioneer Museum.
With an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, KOONDROOK VIC 3580 is a great location for solar power. The optimal angle for solar panels in this area is between 20 and 30 degrees, facing north. While there may be some shading issues due to the surrounding trees and hills, a reputable solar installer can help design a system that maximizes solar yields.
By installing solar energy in KOONDROOK VIC 3580, residents and businesses can take advantage of the many benefits of renewable energy. Not only can solar power help reduce energy bills, but it also helps to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and dependence on non-renewable energy sources. With the support of local solar installers, KOONDROOK VIC 3580 can continue to move towards a more sustainable future.