Solar Power Profile - Moonlight Flat, VIC 3450
More than 1625 homes in postcode 3450 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Moonlight Flat and Castlemaine.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 7,004 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 27,358 kWh per day, or 9,986 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,085.875 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,747,492.25 per year.
Moonlight Flat and 3450 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 8,288.38 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 69,069,833 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3450
200th
State Wide
937th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Moonlight Flat
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Moonlight Flat: Castlemaine Prison - approx. 2 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Moonlight Flat, 3450
Moonlight Flat Demographics
Moonlight Flat and the postcode of 3450 has a total population of 6414 people, with a median age of 52 years. There are 3541 households in Moonlight Flat, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2 with a median income of 1110 per week per household.
About 66% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Moonlight Flat is $1362/month. By installing solar power in Moonlight Flat, the average household could save 6.64% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $57094 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 1.88% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Moonlight Flat is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Moonlight Flat
Castlemaine is a historic gold-mining town located in Central Victoria, Australia. The town is known for its beautiful colonial architecture, vibrant arts scene, and stunning natural beauty. Castlemaine is surrounded by rolling hills, lush forests, and picturesque waterways, making it an ideal location for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.
With an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, Castlemaine is a great place to install solar panels. The optimal angle for solar panels in Castlemaine is between 25 and 30 degrees, facing north. However, shading can be an issue in some areas, so it's important to work with a reputable solar installer to ensure maximum solar yield.
By installing solar panels in Castlemaine, residents and businesses can take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine to generate clean, renewable energy. Solar power is a great way to reduce carbon emissions, lower energy bills, and increase property values. With a range of local solar installers available, it's easy to find a provider who can help you make the switch to solar in Castlemaine.