Solar Power Profile - Maldon, VIC 3463
More than 722 homes in postcode 3463 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Maldon, Baringhup, Baringhup West, Bradford, Eastville, Gower, Laanecoorie, Neereman, Nuggetty, Perkins Reef, Porcupine Flat, Shelbourne, Tarrengower, Walmer and Woodstock West.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 3,463 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 13,773 kWh per day, or 5,027 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,213.625 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $879,750.375 per year.
Maldon and 3463 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 4,172.41 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 34,770,083 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3463
305th
State Wide
1342nd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Maldon
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Maldon: Maldon (derby Hill) - approx. 178 m
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Community Solar Statistics - Maldon, 3463
Maldon Demographics
Maldon and the postcode of 3463 has a total population of 2367 people, with a median age of 57 years. There are 1395 households in Maldon, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.1 with a median income of 1127 per week per household.
About 71% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Maldon is $1300/month. By installing solar power in Maldon, the average household could save 7.78% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $66854 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 2.07% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Maldon is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Maldon
BARINGHUP VIC 3463 is a small town located in the Central Goldfields region of Victoria, Australia. The town is known for its picturesque landscapes, rolling hills, and tranquil surroundings. The town is surrounded by beautiful mountain ranges, including the Mount Alexander Range and the Pyrenees Range, which provide a stunning backdrop to the town.
BARINGHUP VIC 3463 enjoys a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. The town receives an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. The optimal angle for solar panels in the town is 34 degrees, and the optimal orientation is north-facing. There are minimal shading issues in the town, making it a perfect location for solar energy production.
Installing solar panels in BARINGHUP VIC 3463 is a great way to take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine and reduce your carbon footprint. Solar power is a clean and renewable energy source that can help you save money on your energy bills while also helping to protect the environment. There are several solar installers in the town that can help you design and install a solar power system that meets your specific needs.