Solar Power Profile - Lockington, VIC 3563
More than 189 homes in postcode 3563 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Lockington.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 1,321 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 5,536 kWh per day, or 2,021 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,852.375 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $353,612 per year.
Lockington and 3563 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 1,677.43 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 13,978,583 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3563
463rd
State Wide
1822nd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Lockington
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Lockington: Kotta - approx. 5.3 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Lockington, 3563
Lockington Demographics
Lockington and the postcode of 3563 has a total population of 750 people, with a median age of 47 years. There are 344 households in Lockington, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1268 per week per household.
About 70% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Lockington is $1100/month. By installing solar power in Lockington, the average household could save 14.03% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $120593 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 2.81% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Lockington is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Lockington
Lockington is a small town located in Victoria, Australia. It is situated in the Campaspe Shire Council, and is home to a number of unique features and attractions that make it a popular destination for tourists and locals alike. The town is surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes, including the nearby Gunbower State Forest and the Murray River. Visitors can enjoy a range of outdoor activities, such as hiking, fishing, and camping.
Lockington experiences a Mediterranean climate, with hot summers and cool winters. The town enjoys an average of 2400 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal location for solar power. With the right solar panel angle and orientation, homeowners and businesses in Lockington can take advantage of the abundant sunshine to generate clean, renewable energy. Shading can be an issue in some areas, so it is important to work with experienced solar installers who can help you design a system that maximises your solar yields.
By installing solar panels in Lockington, you can reduce your reliance on fossil fuels and help to protect the environment. Solar power is a clean, renewable energy source that produces no greenhouse gas emissions or air pollution. It can also help you to save money on your energy bills, as you will be generating your own electricity rather than buying it from the grid. If you are interested in installing solar panels in Lockington, there are a number of experienced solar installers who can help you to design and install a system that meets your needs and budget.