Solar Power Profile - Saint Helena, VIC 3088
More than 2536 homes in postcode 3088 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Saint Helena, Briar Hill, Greensborough and St Helena.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 13,408 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 47,261 kWh per day, or 17,250 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,213.625 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $3,018,796.375 per year.
Saint Helena and 3088 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 14,317.5 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 119,312,500 km worth of car emissions.
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Solar Power in Saint Helena
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Saint Helena: Eltham - approx. 2.3 km
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Saint Helena Demographics
Saint Helena and the postcode of 3088 has a total population of 26023 people, with a median age of 41 years. There are 10588 households in Saint Helena, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.6 with a median income of 2076 per week per household.
About 76% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Saint Helena is $2167/month. By installing solar power in Saint Helena, the average household could save 4.67% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $40106 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 1.12% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Saint Helena is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Saint Helena
Briar Hill is a charming suburb located in the northeastern part of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. It is situated approximately 18 kilometers from Melbourne's Central Business District and is surrounded by the scenic mountain ranges of the Yarra Valley. The town has a population of over 3,000 people and is known for its peaceful and friendly community.
One of the main attractions of Briar Hill is the beautiful natural scenery that surrounds it. The Yarra Valley mountain ranges provide an ideal backdrop for outdoor activities such as hiking, mountain biking, and camping. The town also has several parks and reserves, including the popular Mont Park and Bundoora Park, which offer ample opportunities for picnicking and relaxation.
Briar Hill's sunny climate and ample sunshine hours make it an ideal location for solar power. With an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, the town has great potential for solar energy production. Solar installers in Briar Hill can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. Additionally, the town's low levels of shading issues make it an ideal location for solar panel installation. By harnessing the power of the sun, Briar Hill can reduce its carbon footprint and contribute to a more sustainable future.