Solar Power Profile - Pound Creek, VIC 3996
More than 1488 homes in postcode 3996 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Pound Creek and Inverloch.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 8,214 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 29,344 kWh per day, or 10,711 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 $1,874,348 per year.
Pound Creek and 3996 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 8,890.13 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 74,084,417 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3996
170th
State Wide
845th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Pound Creek
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Pound Creek: Pound Creek - approx. 5.3 km
Featured Solar Installers Servicing Pound Creek
BJ White Solar
2137 Frankston - Flinders Road, 3915Fully licensed solar and electrical contractors in Hastings.
Solar 360 Australia
2161 Frankston - Flinders Road, 3915Tesla Installation Accredited & New Energy Tech Approved.
Community Solar Statistics - Pound Creek, 3996
Pound Creek Demographics
Pound Creek and the postcode of 3996 has a total population of 6054 people, with a median age of 54 years. There are 4556 households in Pound Creek, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.2 with a median income of 1291 per week per household.
About 47% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Pound Creek is $1700/month. By installing solar power in Pound Creek, the average household could save 6.26% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $53815 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 1.9% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Pound Creek is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Pound Creek
Located in Victoria, Australia, Inverloch is a charming coastal town that boasts a range of natural attractions and features. The town is situated on the stunning Bass Coast and is surrounded by beautiful beaches, rolling hills, and lush greenery. Visitors can enjoy a range of activities such as fishing, surfing, hiking, and wildlife spotting. Inverloch is also home to a variety of local shops, cafes, and restaurants, making it the perfect destination for a relaxing getaway.
With an average of 2,200 sunshine hours per year, Inverloch is an ideal location for solar power production and installation. The town's location and weather conditions make it perfect for harnessing the power of the sun to generate renewable energy. Solar installers in Inverloch can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation, as well as the minimal shading issues, to produce high solar yields. By installing solar energy systems in Inverloch, residents and businesses can reduce their reliance on non-renewable energy sources and contribute to a more sustainable future.
Investing in solar power in Inverloch has a range of benefits, including reducing energy bills, increasing property value, and reducing carbon emissions. With the town's commitment to sustainability and renewable energy, solar power is a smart investment for both residential and commercial properties. By working with local solar installers, property owners in Inverloch can take advantage of government incentives and rebates to make the transition to solar energy even more affordable.