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Solar Power Profile - Nowhere Creek, VIC 3469

More than 68 homes in postcode 3469 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Nowhere Creek, Elmhurst, Glenlofty, Glenlogie and Glenpatrick.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 413 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 1,593 kWh per day, or 581 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 $101,752.875 per year.

Nowhere Creek and 3469 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 482.23 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 4,018,583 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 3469

597th

State Wide

2263rd

Australia Wide

Solar Power in Nowhere Creek

* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Nowhere Creek: Elmhurst - approx. 8.4 km

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Nowhere Creek

Ballarat Solar & Electrical

14 Icon Drive, 3356

Solar power specialists for the Ballarat region.

Sun 2 Solar

16 Laidlaw Drive, 3356

Clean Energy Council Approved Solar Retailer.

Ballarat Solar Panels

21B Villiers Drive, 3355

Clean Energy Council Approved Solar Retailer.

Waldron Solar Solutions

1107 La Trobe Street, 3356

Powering the future with clean energy

Community Solar Statistics - Nowhere Creek, 3469

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Nowhere Creek Demographics

Nowhere Creek and the postcode of 3469 has a total population of 210 people, with a median age of 57 years. There are 140 households in Nowhere Creek, with an average of 0.6 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 1.9 with a median income of 855 per week per household.

About 69% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Nowhere Creek is $858/month. By installing solar power in Nowhere Creek, the average household could save 14.27% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $122619 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 3.3% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Nowhere Creek is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Nowhere Creek

Elmhurst is a small town located in Victoria, Australia, with a population of just over 200 people. The town is situated in the Pyrenees Shire and is surrounded by picturesque mountain ranges, including the Mount Cole State Forest and the Mount Buangor State Park. Elmhurst is known for its stunning natural scenery, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.

With an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, Elmhurst is an ideal location for solar power production. The town experiences a temperate climate, with warm summers and cool winters. The optimal solar panel angle and orientation in Elmhurst is typically between 30 and 35 degrees, facing north. While shading can be an issue in some areas, a qualified solar installer can help to identify and mitigate these issues.

Installing solar energy in Elmhurst can provide numerous benefits, including reduced energy bills and a smaller carbon footprint. By harnessing the power of the sun, residents and businesses can become more self-sufficient and reduce their reliance on traditional energy sources. Additionally, the Australian government offers incentives for those who install solar panels, making it an affordable and attractive option for many.

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