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Solar Power Profile - Laverton North, VIC 3026

More than 750 homes in postcode 3026 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Laverton North and Derrimut.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 14,848 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 53,396 kWh per day, or 19,490 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $4,535.125 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $3,410,669.5 per year.

Laverton North and 3026 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 16,176.7 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 134,805,833 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 3026

77th

State Wide

470th

Australia Wide

Solar Power in Laverton North

* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Laverton North: Laverton Raaf - approx. 4.1 km

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Laverton North

Jet Solar

13/5 Enterprise Drive, 3178

Victoria's highest rated solar installer.

Pacific Solar

1 Hewitt Street, 3192

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Zing Solar Vic

2 Main Street, 3030

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Solar Run Keysborough

35 Pacific Drive, 3173

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Community Solar Statistics - Laverton North, 3026

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Laverton North Demographics

Laverton North and the postcode of 3026 has a total population of 8424 people, with a median age of 32 years. There are 2425 households in Laverton North, with an average of 1 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 3.5 with a median income of 2242 per week per household.

About 73% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Laverton North is $1976/month. By installing solar power in Laverton North, the average household could save 19.13% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $164358 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 3.89% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Laverton North is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Laverton North

DERRIMUT VIC 3026 is a suburb located in the western part of Melbourne, Australia. It is known for its industrial estates, shopping centers, and recreational parks. The suburb is home to a diverse population and offers a range of amenities, including schools, medical facilities, and public transport. One of the main attractions of DERRIMUT is the Derrimut 24/7 Gym, which is the largest gym in the southern hemisphere.

DERRIMUT enjoys a temperate climate, with warm summers and mild winters. The suburb experiences an average of 2,200 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar installers in DERRIMUT can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. However, potential shading issues should be taken into consideration when installing solar panels.

The benefits of solar power in DERRIMUT are numerous. By installing solar energy systems, residents and businesses can reduce their reliance on fossil fuels and lower their carbon footprint. Solar power is a renewable energy source that can help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. Additionally, solar power can help to reduce energy bills and provide a reliable source of electricity during power outages. Solar installers in DERRIMUT can help residents and businesses to take advantage of these benefits and make the switch to solar power.

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