Solar Power Profile - Princetown, VIC 3269
More than 127 homes in postcode 3269 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Princetown, Port Campbell and Waarre.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 1,311 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 4,588 kWh per day, or 1,675 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $2,299.5 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $293,058.5 per year.
Princetown and 3269 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 1,390.25 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 11,585,417 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 3269
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Solar Power in Princetown
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Princetown: Princetown - approx. 2.9 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Princetown, 3269
Princetown Demographics
Princetown and the postcode of 3269 has a total population of 608 people, with a median age of 42 years. There are 395 households in Princetown, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 1614 per week per household.
About 43% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Princetown is $1543/month. By installing solar power in Princetown, the average household could save 12.42% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $106722 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 2.74% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Princetown is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Princetown
Port Campbell is a small coastal town located in the Western District of Victoria, Australia. The town is situated on the Great Ocean Road, which is one of the most scenic coastal drives in the world. Port Campbell is known for its stunning natural beauty, including the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, and the Port Campbell National Park. The town also has a rich history, with many historic buildings and landmarks to explore.
Port Campbell is an ideal location for solar power due to its high levels of sunshine throughout the year. The town experiences an average of 2,200 hours of sunshine per year, making it an excellent location for solar panel installation. Solar power is an excellent source of renewable energy that can help reduce carbon emissions and lower energy costs for households and businesses in Port Campbell. Solar installers in the area can help residents and businesses to design and install solar panel systems that are optimised for the local weather conditions and solar yields.
When installing solar panels in Port Campbell, it is important to consider the optimal angle and orientation of the panels to maximise solar yields. The town is located in a relatively flat area, which means that shading can be an issue for some properties. However, by working with experienced solar installers, it is possible to design solar panel systems that are tailored to the specific needs of each property. With its abundant sunshine and commitment to renewable energy, Port Campbell is an excellent location for solar power.