Solar Power Profile - Mount Alfred, VIC 3691
More than 2899 homes in postcode 3691 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Mount Alfred, Kancoona South, Lone Pine, Wodonga Forward, Allans Flat, Bandiana, Baranduda, Barnawartha North, Bellbridge, Berringama, Bethanga, Bonegilla, Bungil, Castle Creek, Coral Bank, Dederang, Ebden, Gateway Island, Glen Creek, Gundowring, Hume Weir, Huon Creek, Kancoona, Kergunyah, Kergunyah South, Kiewa, Killara, Lake Hume Village, Leneva, Lucyvale, Mongans Bridge, Osbornes Flat, Running Creek, Staghorn Flat, Talgarno, Tangambalanga, Thologolong and Upper Gundowring.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 20,244 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 81,481 kWh per day, or 29,741 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,788.5 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $5,204,598.875 per year.
Mount Alfred and 3691 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 24,685.03 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 205,708,583 km worth of car emissions.

Solar Ranking
Postcode 3691
52nd
State Wide
349th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Mount Alfred
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Mount Alfred: Burrowye Station - approx. 7.7 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Mount Alfred, 3691

Mount Alfred Demographics
Mount Alfred and the postcode of 3691 has a total population of 11340 people, with a median age of 36 years. There are 4416 households in Mount Alfred, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.8 with a median income of 2076 per week per household.
About 75% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Mount Alfred is $1713/month. By installing solar power in Mount Alfred, the average household could save 8.7% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $74769 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 1.66% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Mount Alfred is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Mount Alfred
Allans Flat is a small town located in the northeast of Victoria, Australia. The town is situated near the Kiewa River and surrounded by beautiful mountain ranges such as the Mount Granya State Park and the Chiltern-Mt Pilot National Park. The town has a rich history and is known for its historic buildings and landmarks such as the Allans Flat Schoolhouse and the Allans Flat Cemetery.
With over 2,800 hours of sunshine per year, Allans Flat is an ideal location for solar power. The town has a temperate climate with hot summers and cool winters, making it an excellent location for solar power generation. Solar installers in Allans Flat can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximise solar yields. Potential shading issues can be mitigated by careful placement of solar panels.
Installing solar energy in Allans Flat has many benefits. Solar power is a renewable energy source that can help reduce carbon emissions and combat climate change. By installing solar panels, residents and businesses in Allans Flat can save money on their energy bills and reduce their reliance on fossil fuels. Solar power is also a great investment that can increase the value of properties in the area.