Solar Power Profile - Point Cook, VIC 3030
More than 15147 homes in postcode 3030 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Point Cook, Chartwell, Cocoroc, Quandong, Werribee and Werribee South.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 87,754 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 315,583 kWh per day, or 115,188 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,341.375 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $20,157,864.125 per year.
Point Cook and 3030 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 95,606.04 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 796,717,000 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3030
4th
State Wide
14th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Point Cook
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Point Cook: Laverton Raaf - approx. 6.9 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Point Cook, 3030
Point Cook Demographics
Point Cook and the postcode of 3030 has a total population of 113398 people, with a median age of 34 years. There are 41811 households in Point Cook, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.9 with a median income of 2057 per week per household.
About 60% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Point Cook is $2000/month. By installing solar power in Point Cook, the average household could save 5.59% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $48029 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 1.25% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Point Cook is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Point Cook
Chartwell is a charming suburb located in the western suburbs of Melbourne, Victoria. It is a family-friendly area that boasts a range of amenities, including schools, parks, and shopping centres. Chartwell is also home to a number of historic landmarks, such as the Point Cook Homestead and RAAF Museum. Visitors can enjoy the beautiful scenery and explore the rich history of the area.
With an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, Chartwell is an ideal location for solar power. Solar installers in the area can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximise solar yields. While there may be some shading issues to consider, the benefits of solar power in Chartwell far outweigh any potential drawbacks.
By producing solar power in Chartwell, residents can reduce their reliance on non-renewable energy sources and contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable future. Solar power also offers significant cost savings over time, making it an attractive option for homeowners and businesses alike. With the help of experienced solar installers, Chartwell residents can take advantage of the many benefits of solar power.