Solar Power Profile - Ruby, VIC 3953
More than 1488 homes in postcode 3953 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Ruby, Berrys Creek, Boorool, Hallston, Koorooman, Leongatha, Leongatha North, Leongatha South, Mardan, Mount Eccles, Mount Eccles South, Nerrena, Trida, Wild Dog Valley and Wooreen.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 10,229 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 35,812 kWh per day, or 13,071 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,533 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $2,287,491.5 per year.
Ruby and 3953 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 10,848.93 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 90,407,750 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3953
166th
State Wide
821st
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Ruby
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Ruby: Leongatha Sth Gippsland Water - approx. 5.5 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Ruby, 3953
Ruby Demographics
Ruby and the postcode of 3953 has a total population of 7584 people, with a median age of 46 years. There are 3559 households in Ruby, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1316 per week per household.
About 69% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Ruby is $1473/month. By installing solar power in Ruby, the average household could save 8.67% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $74529 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 2.24% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Ruby is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Ruby
BERRYS CREEK is a small town located in Victoria, Australia. The town is known for its beautiful scenery and peaceful atmosphere. The town is situated in the South Gippsland Shire and is surrounded by lush green hills and valleys. The town is home to several local attractions such as the Tarra Bulga National Park, which is known for its stunning waterfalls and walking trails. Other attractions include the Grand Ridge Rail Trail, which is a popular destination for cyclists and hikers.
The weather in BERRYS CREEK is generally mild and temperate. The town experiences warm summers and cool winters, with an average temperature of around 20 degrees Celsius during the summer months. The town receives a moderate amount of rainfall throughout the year, which helps to keep the surrounding vegetation lush and green. BERRYS CREEK receives an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power production.
BERRYS CREEK is an excellent location for solar power production. The town receives a high amount of sunshine throughout the year, which makes it an ideal location for solar panel installation. Solar installers in BERRYS CREEK can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. The town also has minimal shading issues, which means that solar panels can be installed in most locations without any issues. By installing solar panels in BERRYS CREEK, residents and businesses can take advantage of renewable energy and reduce their carbon footprint.