Solar Power Profile - Ouyen, VIC 3490
More than 219 homes in postcode 3490 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Ouyen, Big Desert, Boinka, Kulwin, Mittyack, Murray-sunset, Torrita and Tutye.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 1,683 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 7,293 kWh per day, or 2,662 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $2,107.875 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $465,840.375 per year.
Ouyen and 3490 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 2,209.46 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 18,412,167 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3490
425th
State Wide
1717th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Ouyen
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Ouyen: Ouyen (post Office) - approx. 751 m
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Community Solar Statistics - Ouyen, 3490
Ouyen Demographics
Ouyen and the postcode of 3490 has a total population of 1092 people, with a median age of 53 years. There are 628 households in Ouyen, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.1 with a median income of 1151 per week per household.
About 64% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Ouyen is $712/month. By installing solar power in Ouyen, the average household could save 24.67% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $212008 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 3.52% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Ouyen is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Ouyen
BIG DESERT VIC 3490 is a small town located in the northwestern part of Victoria, Australia. The town is situated in the heart of the Big Desert Wilderness Park, which is known for its unique flora and fauna. Visitors can explore the park's rugged terrain, which includes sand dunes, rocky outcrops, and dry creek beds. The park is also home to several species of kangaroos, wallabies, and emus.
With over 300 sunny days per year, BIG DESERT VIC 3490 is an ideal location for solar power. The town receives an average of 5.5 hours of sunlight per day, making it an excellent location for solar panel installations. Solar power is becoming increasingly popular in BIG DESERT VIC 3490, with many homeowners and businesses investing in solar panels to reduce their energy bills and carbon footprint. Solar installers in the area can help residents determine the optimal angle and orientation for their solar panels, as well as address any potential shading issues that may affect solar yields.
By installing solar panels in BIG DESERT VIC 3490, residents can take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine to generate clean, renewable energy. Solar power is a sustainable and environmentally-friendly energy source that can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. In addition to its environmental benefits, solar power can also save residents money on their energy bills in the long run. With its sunny climate and growing interest in solar power, BIG DESERT VIC 3490 is a great place to explore the benefits of renewable energy.