Solar Power Profile - Mansfield, VIC 3722
More than 1320 homes in postcode 3722 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Mansfield, Barwite and Mirimbah.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 9,648 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 37,915 kWh per day, or 13,839 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 $2,421,820.625 per year.
Mansfield and 3722 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 11,486.37 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 95,719,750 km worth of car emissions.
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Solar Ranking
Postcode 3722
147th
State Wide
742nd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Mansfield
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Mansfield: Mansfield (post Office) - approx. 1.2 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Mansfield, 3722
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Mansfield Demographics
Mansfield and the postcode of 3722 has a total population of 5232 people, with a median age of 47 years. There are 2684 households in Mansfield, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1360 per week per household.
About 63% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Mansfield is $1600/month. By installing solar power in Mansfield, the average household could save 9.65% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $82908 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 2.62% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Mansfield is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
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About Mansfield
Barwite is a small town in Victoria, Australia, located in the foothills of the Victorian Alps. The town is surrounded by stunning natural beauty, including the nearby Mount Buller and Mount Stirling mountain ranges, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Visitors can enjoy hiking, skiing, and mountain biking in the area, as well as fishing and boating on nearby Lake Eildon.
Barwite enjoys a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. The town experiences an average of 4.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar energy production. With the right solar panel angle and orientation, homeowners and businesses in Barwite can take advantage of the abundant sunshine to generate their own renewable energy and reduce their reliance on the grid.
Installing solar panels in Barwite can offer significant financial benefits, including lower energy bills and potential rebates and incentives from the government. Solar installers in the area can help homeowners and businesses design and install custom solar energy systems tailored to their specific needs and budget. By investing in solar power, residents of Barwite can also do their part to reduce their carbon footprint and help create a more sustainable future for their community.