Solar Power Profile - Mount Beckworth, VIC 3363
More than 701 homes in postcode 3363 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Mount Beckworth, Creswick, Creswick North, Dean, Glendaruel, Langdons Hill and Tourello.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 4,490 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 17,324 kWh per day, or 6,323 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,596.875 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,106,570.5 per year.
Mount Beckworth and 3363 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 5,248.09 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 43,734,083 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3363
270th
State Wide
1204th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Mount Beckworth
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Mount Beckworth: Clunes - approx. 7.9 km
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Mount Beckworth Demographics
Mount Beckworth and the postcode of 3363 has a total population of 3180 people, with a median age of 49 years. There are 1561 households in Mount Beckworth, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 1178 per week per household.
About 71% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Mount Beckworth is $1300/month. By installing solar power in Mount Beckworth, the average household could save 10.24% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $87966 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 2.61% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Mount Beckworth is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Mount Beckworth
Creswick is a charming town located in Victoria, Australia. It is situated in the heart of the Central Highlands and boasts of a rich history and stunning natural beauty. The town is surrounded by lush forests, rolling hills, and picturesque landscapes, making it an ideal location for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Some of the town's key attractions include the Creswick Regional Park, which offers numerous walking and hiking trails, and the Creswick Golf Club, which is renowned for its beautiful course and stunning views. The town is also home to a number of historic buildings and landmarks, including the Creswick Woollen Mills and the Creswick Museum.
Creswick is known for its sunny climate, with an average of 266 days of sunshine per year. This makes it an ideal location for solar power generation, with many homes and businesses in the area already taking advantage of this renewable energy source. Solar installers in Creswick can help residents and businesses to install solar panels at the optimal angle and orientation to maximise solar yields and minimise shading issues.