Solar Power Profile - Richmond North, VIC 3121
More than 1072 homes in postcode 3121 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Richmond North, Victoria Gardens, Burnley, Burnley North, Cremorne, Richmond, Richmond East and Richmond South.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 6,733 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 24,213 kWh per day, or 8,838 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 $1,546,605.375 per year.
Richmond North and 3121 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 7,335.54 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 61,129,500 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 3121
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Solar Power in Richmond North
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Richmond North: Melbourne (olympic Park) - approx. 1.9 km
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Richmond North Demographics
Richmond North and the postcode of 3121 has a total population of 29109 people, with a median age of 34 years. There are 17230 households in Richmond North, with an average of 1 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2 with a median income of 2283 per week per household.
About 37% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Richmond North is $2298/month. By installing solar power in Richmond North, the average household could save 5.33% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $45782 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 1.24% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Richmond North is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Richmond North
Burnley is a suburb located in the inner-east of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. It is situated 4 km east of Melbourne's Central Business District and is a part of the City of Yarra. Burnley is a small suburb, but it has a lot to offer. The suburb is home to a number of parks and gardens, including the Burnley Gardens, which are a popular destination for locals and visitors alike. The suburb is also home to a number of cafes, restaurants, and shops, making it a great place to spend a day.
Burnley enjoys a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. The suburb experiences an average of 2,200 hours of sunshine each year, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar panels are an excellent investment in Burnley, as they can help to reduce your energy bills and your carbon footprint. With the help of a local solar installer, you can install solar panels on your home or business and start generating your own clean, renewable energy.
Installing solar panels in Burnley is a great way to take advantage of the suburb's abundant sunshine and reduce your reliance on fossil fuels. Solar power is a clean, renewable energy source that produces no emissions and requires no fuel. By installing solar panels on your home or business, you can reduce your carbon footprint and help to protect the environment. Additionally, solar power can help you to save money on your energy bills, as you will be generating your own electricity instead of buying it from the grid. If you're interested in installing solar panels in Burnley, contact a local solar installer today to learn more.