Solar Power Profile - Morwell, VIC 3840
More than 2216 homes in postcode 3840 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Morwell, Driffield, Hazelwood, Hazelwood North, Hazelwood South, Jeeralang, Jeeralang Junction, Maryvale, Mid Valley, Morwell East and Morwell Upper.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 14,870 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 52,059 kWh per day, or 19,002 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,469.125 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $3,325,268.625 per year.
Morwell and 3840 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 15,771.66 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 131,430,500 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3840
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State Wide
469th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Morwell
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Morwell: Buckleys Hill - approx. 1.1 km
Featured Solar Installers Servicing Morwell
LV Solar & Renewable Energy
12-13 Nefertiti Ct, 3844Solar & electrical expertise for home & business.
Community Solar Statistics - Morwell, 3840
Morwell Demographics
Morwell and the postcode of 3840 has a total population of 15342 people, with a median age of 44 years. There are 7526 households in Morwell, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 1038 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 Morwell is $1083/month. By installing solar power in Morwell, the average household could save 11.3% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $97144 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 2.72% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Morwell is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Morwell
DRIFFIELD VIC 3840 is a charming town located in the Gippsland region of Victoria, Australia. The town is surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, including the stunning Strzelecki Ranges and Tarra-Bulga National Park. Visitors can enjoy hiking, camping, and birdwatching in the area, as well as exploring the quaint local shops and cafes.
With an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, DRIFFIELD is a great location for solar power. Solar installers in the area can help homeowners and businesses take advantage of this renewable energy source, which can save money on electricity bills and reduce carbon emissions. Shading can be an issue in some areas, so it's important to work with a reputable installer who can assess the site and recommend the best solar panel angle and orientation for maximum solar yields.
Investing in solar power in DRIFFIELD not only benefits the environment, but also the local economy. By supporting local solar installers and reducing reliance on fossil fuels, the town can become more self-sufficient and resilient. With the help of solar power, DRIFFIELD can continue to thrive for generations to come.