Solar Power Profile - Mount Dandenong, VIC 3767
More than 77 homes in postcode 3767 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Mount Dandenong.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 457 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 1,568 kWh per day, or 572 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,277.5 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $100,156 per year.
Mount Dandenong and 3767 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 474.76 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 3,956,333 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 3767
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Solar Power in Mount Dandenong
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Mount Dandenong: Mount Dandenong Gtv9 - approx. 1.5 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Mount Dandenong, 3767
Mount Dandenong Demographics
Mount Dandenong and the postcode of 3767 has a total population of 1181 people, with a median age of 45 years. There are 522 households in Mount Dandenong, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.6 with a median income of 2055 per week per household.
About 80% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Mount Dandenong is $2167/month. By installing solar power in Mount Dandenong, the average household could save 4.91% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $42217 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 1.2% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Mount Dandenong is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 DataAbout Mount Dandenong
Mount Dandenong is a small town located in the Dandenong Ranges, Victoria, Australia. It is situated approximately 35 kilometres east of Melbourne's central business district and is a popular destination for tourists due to its stunning natural beauty. The town is surrounded by lush forests and is home to several local mountain ranges, including Mount Dandenong, Mount Corhanwarrabul, and Mount Juliet.
With an average of 2,200 hours of sunshine per year, Mount Dandenong is an ideal location for solar power. The town's high elevation and clear skies make it an excellent place for solar panel installation. Solar installers in Mount Dandenong can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. However, potential shading issues should be considered when installing solar panels in the area.
Installing solar energy in Mount Dandenong can provide numerous benefits, including reducing energy bills and carbon emissions. Solar power is a renewable energy source that can help to reduce dependence on fossil fuels and combat climate change. With the increasing popularity of solar power in Australia, Mount Dandenong residents can take advantage of government incentives and rebates to make the switch to solar energy.