Solar Power Profile - Mentone East, VIC 3194
More than 902 homes in postcode 3194 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Mentone East, Mentone and Moorabbin Airport.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 6,070 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 21,972 kWh per day, or 8,020 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,533 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,403,461.5 per year.
Mentone East and 3194 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 6,656.6 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 55,471,667 km worth of car emissions.
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Solar Power in Mentone East
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Mentone East: Moorabbin Airport - approx. 2.8 km
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Mentone East Demographics
Mentone East and the postcode of 3194 has a total population of 12654 people, with a median age of 42 years. There are 6196 households in Mentone East, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1889 per week per household.
About 60% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Mentone East is $2167/month. By installing solar power in Mentone East, the average household could save 5.9% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $50661 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 1.56% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Mentone East is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Mentone East
MENTONE VIC 3194 is a beautiful suburb located in Melbourne, Australia. The town is known for its stunning beaches, vibrant culture, and scenic views. Mentone Beach is one of the main attractions of the town, and it offers a range of activities such as swimming, fishing, and surfing. The town also has a vibrant shopping district, with a range of boutique stores and restaurants.
With over 2,200 hours of sunshine per year, MENTONE VIC 3194 is an ideal location for solar power. Solar installers in the area can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation, which can help to maximise solar yields. There are also few shading issues in the area, making it an ideal location for solar panels.
Installing solar energy in MENTONE VIC 3194 can provide a range of benefits, including reduced energy bills, lower carbon emissions, and increased energy independence. Solar power is a renewable energy source, which means that it is a sustainable and environmentally friendly option for powering homes and businesses. By choosing solar power, residents of MENTONE VIC 3194 can help to reduce their carbon footprint and contribute to a more sustainable future.