Solar Power Profile - Meadow Heights, VIC 3048
More than 1754 homes in postcode 3048 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Meadow Heights and Coolaroo.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 10,215 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 36,492 kWh per day, or 13,320 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 $2,330,926.5 per year.
Meadow Heights and 3048 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 11,055.6 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 92,130,000 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 3048
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Solar Power in Meadow Heights
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Meadow Heights: Greenvale Reservoir - approx. 1.9 km
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Meadow Heights Demographics
Meadow Heights and the postcode of 3048 has a total population of 16886 people, with a median age of 34 years. There are 5644 households in Meadow Heights, with an average of 1 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 3.2 with a median income of 1225 per week per household.
About 61% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Meadow Heights is $1443/month. By installing solar power in Meadow Heights, the average household could save 7.75% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $66569 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 2.11% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Meadow Heights is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Meadow Heights
COOLAROO is a suburb located in the northern part of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. It is situated approximately 19 kilometers from the central business district of Melbourne. The town is known for its diverse population, friendly locals, and vibrant culture. COOLAROO is a great place to visit if you're looking to experience the best of Melbourne's northern suburbs.
COOLAROO enjoys a temperate climate with plenty of sunshine throughout the year. The town experiences an average of 2,500 hours of sunshine annually, making it an ideal location for solar power production. With the right solar panel angle and orientation, homeowners and businesses in COOLAROO can benefit from significant solar yields and reduced energy costs. Solar installers in the area can help residents take advantage of these benefits.
Installing solar energy in COOLAROO is a great way to reduce your carbon footprint and contribute to a cleaner environment. Solar power is a renewable energy source that can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. By installing solar panels in COOLAROO, residents can take advantage of the town's sunny weather and contribute to a more sustainable future.