Solar Power Profile - Nerring, VIC 3373
More than 487 homes in postcode 3373 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Nerring, Beaufort, Chute, Cross Roads, Lake Goldsmith, Lake Wongan, Main Lead, Mena Park, Raglan, Shirley, Stockyard Hill, Stoneleigh, Trawalla and Waterloo.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 2,987 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 11,241 kWh per day, or 4,103 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 $718,018.875 per year.
Nerring and 3373 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 3,405.49 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 28,379,083 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3373
334th
State Wide
1416th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Nerring
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Nerring: Trawalla - approx. 3.3 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Nerring, 3373
Nerring Demographics
Nerring and the postcode of 3373 has a total population of 2198 people, with a median age of 51 years. There are 1225 households in Nerring, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 1111 per week per household.
About 67% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Nerring is $1213/month. By installing solar power in Nerring, the average household could save 10.09% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $86733 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 2.54% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Nerring is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Nerring
Beaufort is a charming town located in Victoria, Australia. It is situated on the Western Highway, approximately halfway between the cities of Ballarat and Ararat. The town is surrounded by picturesque rolling hills and is home to a number of historic buildings, including the Beaufort Court House and the Beaufort Hotel. Visitors to Beaufort can enjoy a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, fishing, and camping in the nearby Pyrenees Ranges.
Beaufort enjoys a temperate climate, with warm summers and cool winters. The town receives an average of 2,200 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal location for solar power production. Solar installers in Beaufort can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation, as well as the minimal shading issues in the area. With its abundant sunshine and favourable weather conditions, Beaufort is an excellent location for renewable energy production.
Installing solar panels in Beaufort can provide a range of benefits, including reduced electricity bills and a lower carbon footprint. Solar power is a clean, renewable energy source that can help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. By choosing to install solar panels in Beaufort, residents and businesses can take a proactive step towards a more sustainable future. Solar power can also provide a reliable source of energy in remote areas, making it an ideal solution for off-grid properties in the surrounding Pyrenees Ranges.