Solar Power Profile - Manifold Heights, VIC 3218
More than 1310 homes in postcode 3218 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Manifold Heights, Fyansford, Geelong West, Herne Hill, Murgheboluc and Stonehaven.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 7,611 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 27,372 kWh per day, or 9,991 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,341.375 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,748,386.5 per year.
Manifold Heights and 3218 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 8,292.53 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 69,104,417 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 3218
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State Wide
884th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Manifold Heights
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Manifold Heights: Geelong Golf Club - approx. 1.8 km
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Manifold Heights Demographics
Manifold Heights and the postcode of 3218 has a total population of 14322 people, with a median age of 37 years. There are 6882 households in Manifold Heights, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1752 per week per household.
About 57% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Manifold Heights is $1950/month. By installing solar power in Manifold Heights, the average household could save 5.73% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $49261 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 1.47% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Manifold Heights is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Manifold Heights
Fyansford is a charming suburb located in the City of Greater Geelong, Victoria, Australia. It is situated just 5 km west of Geelong's central business district and is bordered by the Barwon River to the north and the Princes Freeway to the south. The town is known for its rich history, beautiful natural surroundings, and numerous attractions.
Fyansford is blessed with a sunny climate, with an average of 6.5 hours of sunshine per day. This makes it an ideal location for solar power production. Homeowners and businesses in Fyansford can benefit from installing solar panels on their rooftops, which can help them reduce their energy bills and carbon footprint. Solar installers in Fyansford can help residents choose the optimal solar panel angle and orientation based on their location and shading issues.
By harnessing the power of the sun, Fyansford can become a leader in renewable energy and contribute to a cleaner and more sustainable future. Solar power is a reliable and cost-effective source of energy that can help reduce our dependence on fossil fuels and combat climate change. With its abundant sunshine and favorable weather conditions, Fyansford is an ideal location for solar power production and installation.