Solar Power Profile - Nicholson, VIC 3882
More than 290 homes in postcode 3882 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Nicholson.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 1,605 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 5,770 kWh per day, or 2,106 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 $368,558.75 per year.
Nicholson and 3882 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 1,747.98 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 14,566,500 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3882
434th
State Wide
1741st
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Nicholson
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Nicholson: Nicholson Winery - approx. 1.2 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Nicholson, 3882
Nicholson Demographics
Nicholson and the postcode of 3882 has a total population of 1262 people, with a median age of 47 years. There are 550 households in Nicholson, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 1390 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 Nicholson is $1733/month. By installing solar power in Nicholson, the average household could save 6.14% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $52790 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 1.77% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Nicholson is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Nicholson
NICHOLSON VIC 3882 is a small town located in the East Gippsland region of Victoria, Australia. The town is known for its picturesque views of the surrounding mountains and lush greenery. Visitors can enjoy hiking, camping, and fishing in the nearby Alpine National Park, which is home to the stunning Mount Bogong and Mount Feathertop.
With an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, NICHOLSON VIC 3882 is an ideal location for solar power. The optimal solar panel angle and orientation for the area is between 25-35 degrees facing north. Although the town experiences some shading issues due to the surrounding mountains, solar yields are still high. Solar installers in the area can help residents and businesses take advantage of the abundant sunshine to produce renewable energy and save on electricity costs.
Installing solar energy in NICHOLSON VIC 3882 not only benefits the environment, but it also provides financial benefits to the community. By reducing reliance on non-renewable energy sources, the town can reduce its carbon footprint and contribute to a more sustainable future. Solar power also helps to create local jobs in the solar industry, boosting the economy and supporting the growth of small businesses. With its sunny climate and stunning natural surroundings, NICHOLSON VIC 3882 is the perfect location for solar energy.