Solar Power Profile - Myrtle Creek, VIC 3444
More than 1853 homes in postcode 3444 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Myrtle Creek, Barfold, Baynton, Baynton East, Edgecombe, Glenhope, Greenhill, Kyneton, Kyneton South, Langley, Lauriston, Lyal, Metcalfe East, Mia Mia, Pastoria, Pastoria East, Pipers Creek, Redesdale, Sidonia, Spring Hill, Tylden and Tylden South.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 11,584 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 46,349 kWh per day, or 16,917 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 $2,960,542.375 per year.
Myrtle Creek and 3444 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 14,041.11 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 117,009,250 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 3444
120th
State Wide
626th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Myrtle Creek
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Myrtle Creek: Redesdale - approx. 11.6 km
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Myrtle Creek Demographics
Myrtle Creek and the postcode of 3444 has a total population of 9202 people, with a median age of 47 years. There are 4387 households in Myrtle Creek, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1663 per week per household.
About 68% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Myrtle Creek is $1785/month. By installing solar power in Myrtle Creek, the average household could save 7.46% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $64065 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 1.85% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Myrtle Creek is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Myrtle Creek
Barfold is a small town located in Victoria, Australia. The town is known for its picturesque landscapes and serene environment. It is located in the Macedon Ranges and is surrounded by beautiful mountains such as Mount Macedon, Hanging Rock, and Mount Alexander. The town is also home to several historic buildings and landmarks such as the Barfold Estate, which was built in the 1800s.
Barfold experiences a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. The town receives an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. With its optimal solar panel angle and orientation, Barfold is a great place to install solar panels and take advantage of its abundant sunshine. Solar installers in the area can help residents and businesses to harness the power of the sun and reduce their energy bills.
Installing solar energy in Barfold has several benefits. Not only does it help to reduce energy costs, but it also helps to reduce carbon emissions and promote renewable energy. With the town's abundant sunshine, solar power is a sustainable and reliable source of energy. By investing in solar energy, residents and businesses in Barfold can contribute to a cleaner and more sustainable future for the town and the planet.