Solar Power Profile - Moorabbin, VIC 3189
More than 714 homes in postcode 3189 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Moorabbin, Moorabbin East and Wishart.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 6,014 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 21,771 kWh per day, or 7,946 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,916.25 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,390,622.625 per year.
Moorabbin and 3189 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 6,595.18 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 54,959,833 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3189
222nd
State Wide
1016th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Moorabbin
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Moorabbin: Bentleigh - approx. 2.1 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Moorabbin, 3189
Moorabbin Demographics
Moorabbin and the postcode of 3189 has a total population of 6020 people, with a median age of 39 years. There are 2703 households in Moorabbin, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 2031 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 Moorabbin is $2300/month. By installing solar power in Moorabbin, the average household could save 6.94% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $59664 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 1.81% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Moorabbin is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Moorabbin
MOORABBIN VIC 3189 is a suburb located in the south-east of Melbourne, Australia. The suburb is known for its industrial area and is home to many businesses and factories. Moorabbin is also home to a number of parks and reserves, including the Moorabbin Oval, which is a popular spot for sports enthusiasts. The suburb is also home to a number of shopping centres, restaurants, and cafes, making it a great place to live or visit.
With an average of 2200 sunshine hours per year, MOORABBIN VIC 3189 is an ideal location for solar power. Solar panels installed in this suburb can produce a significant amount of energy, which can help reduce energy bills and carbon emissions. The optimal angle for solar panels in MOORABBIN is between 20 and 30 degrees, facing north or north-west. However, potential shading issues should be considered when installing solar panels in this area.
By installing solar panels in MOORABBIN VIC 3189, residents and businesses can take advantage of the abundant sunshine and reduce their reliance on non-renewable energy sources. Solar power is a clean and sustainable source of energy that can help reduce carbon emissions and combat climate change. There are many reputable solar installers in MOORABBIN that can help residents and businesses make the switch to solar power.