Solar Power Profile - Oakleigh South, VIC 3167
More than 878 homes in postcode 3167 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Oakleigh South.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 5,710 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 20,398 kWh per day, or 7,445 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 $1,302,922.25 per year.
Oakleigh South and 3167 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 6,179.35 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 51,494,583 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3167
230th
State Wide
1047th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Oakleigh South
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Oakleigh South: Metropolitan Golf Club - approx. 747 m
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Oakleigh South Demographics
Oakleigh South and the postcode of 3167 has a total population of 9472 people, with a median age of 40 years. There are 3813 households in Oakleigh South, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.7 with a median income of 1915 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 Oakleigh South is $2200/month. By installing solar power in Oakleigh South, the average household could save 5.56% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $47822 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 1.48% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Oakleigh South is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Oakleigh South
Oakleigh South is a suburb located in the southeastern part of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. It is situated approximately 17 kilometres from Melbourne's central business district and is part of the City of Monash. The suburb is known for its diverse community, excellent schools, and abundant green spaces.
One of the main attractions of Oakleigh South is the abundance of sunshine hours it receives throughout the year. With an average of 2,200 hours of sunshine annually, the suburb is an ideal location for solar power production. Solar installers in Oakleigh South can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximise solar yields and reduce potential shading issues. This means that homeowners and businesses can benefit from lower energy bills and a reduced carbon footprint.
By installing solar energy systems in Oakleigh South, residents and businesses can contribute to the transition towards renewable energy sources while also enjoying the financial benefits of solar power. With the help of experienced solar installers in the area, it is possible to design and install custom solar energy systems that meet the specific needs of each property. With the increasing demand for solar power in Oakleigh South and the surrounding areas, there are many reputable solar installers who can help property owners make the switch to clean, renewable energy.