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Solar Power Profile - Sandringham, VIC 3191

More than 890 homes in postcode 3191 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Sandringham.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 5,689 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 20,728 kWh per day, or 7,566 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 $1,324,001 per year.

Sandringham and 3191 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 6,279.78 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 52,331,500 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 3191

244th

State Wide

1115th

Australia Wide

Solar Power in Sandringham

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Average kW per solar installation

Postcode 3191

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Number of Home Solar Systems Installed

Postcode 3191

Daily Avg Sunshine in Sandringham
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Sandringham: Beaumaris - approx. 2.9 km

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Sandringham

Jet Solar

13/5 Enterprise Drive, 3178

Victoria's highest rated solar installer.

Pacific Solar

1 Hewitt Street, 3192

Unleash the power of commercial solar.

Zing Solar Vic

2 Main Street, 3030

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Solar Run Keysborough

35 Pacific Drive, 3173

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Community Solar Statistics - Sandringham, 3191

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Homes With Solar

724

Homes With Solar

This calculation is based on the Clean Energy Regulator number of small-scale technology certificates (STCs) claimed for solar installations less than 100kW in size in the 3191 postcode. The number of certificates claimed is directly related to the number of solar power systems commissioned, as lodged by the solar installation business.

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Avg Solar Savings

$549/year

Avg Solar Savings

This calculation assumes a Beauru of Meteorology annual mean global daily irradiation for Sandringham based on the average solar system size for 3191, modelled with a 50% of solar production that is fed directly into the grid at 10c/kWh, and the remaining 50% of the solar energy produced being consumed within the home at an energy bill reduction of 25c/kWh.

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Est Retail Value of Power Generated

$913,918/year

Est Retail Value of Power Generated

This calculation assumes a Beauru of Meteorology mean global daily irradiation for Sandringham, using the total number of kW installed according to the Clean Energy Regulator, valued at 25c/kWh.

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Solar Panels Installed

2,588 kW

Solar Panels Installed

This calculation is based on for the number of kilowatts installed in postcode 3191 according to the Clean Energy Regulator.

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Avg Daily Solar Generation

9,856 kWh

Avg Daily Solar Generation

This calculation is based on the total number of kilowatts installed for this location sourced from the Clean Energy Regulator multiplied by the annual mean global daily irradiation for the Beauru of Meteorology weather station nearest to Sandringham. The amount of solar power generated each day is therefore the total amount of solar power generated per one day based on an average day of sunlight.

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Yearly Solar Generation

3,496 MWh

Yearly Solar Generation

This calculation is based on the total number of kilowatts installed for this location sourced from the Clean Energy Regulator multiplied by the mean global daily irradiation for the Beauru of Meteorology weather station nearest to Sandringham. The amount of solar power generated each year is therefore the total amount solar power panel generated for 12 months based on an average day of sunlight.

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Local Jobs Created

27

Local Jobs Created

This calculation is based on Beyond Zero Emissions economic modelling showing that 5.8 jobs are directly created per megawatt of rooftop solar installed. The amount of jobs created from rooftop solar in postcode 3191 takes the number of "Solar Panels Installed" calculation multiplied by 5.8 jobs/MW ratio to indicate the employment created.

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Community Energy Savings

$639,694/year

Community Energy Savings

This is based on the "Average Solar Savings" calculation multiplied by the total number of Homes with Solar calculation for postcode 3191. The total amount of money saved by residential solar power for this area indicates how much this location saves in total dollars each year from the total amount of solar power generation.

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Local Business Generated

$8,247,296

Local Business Generated

To figure out the economic value generated for solar installation businesses servicing postcode 3191, we take the Solar Panels Installed calculation and multiply it by an average assumed price of $3 per watt, which we adjusted for historical price changes. This then gives us an idea of the revenue generated by solar installation businesses supplying and installing solar power in the area.

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Annual CO2 Reduction

2,874 tonnes

Annual CO2 Reduction

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 3191 using the "Yearly Solar Generation" calculation multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in VIC. So this shows us the amount of carbon dioxide pollution equivalent that would be generated by coal-fired power stations for the same amount of kilowatts that are instead saved by clean and green rooftop solar power.

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Yearly Carbon Sequestration

42,327 trees

Yearly Carbon Sequestration

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 3191 using the "Yearly Solar Generation" calculation multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in VIC, then coverted to the number of trees that would be required to capture and sequester that amount of carbon dioxide pollution. (14 trees per tonne of CO2) So this number gives us a different way of understanding the environmental benefits of solar by giving us an equivalent number of mature trees capturing and sequestering carbon dioxide pollution into the soil that is equal to the amount of CO2 otherwise saved because of rooftop solar power in this area.

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Yearly Car Emissions

25,290,292 km driven

Yearly Car Emissions

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 3191 using the "Yearly Solar Generation" calculation multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in VIC, then coverted to the number of kilometres driven by an average car. (120g of CO2 per km driven) So this number gives us a different way of understanding the environmental benefits of solar by giving us an equivalent number of kilometres driven worth of car emissions that is equal to the amount of CO2 otherwise saved because of rooftop solar power in this area.

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Sandringham Demographics

Sandringham and the postcode of 3191 has a total population of 10040 people, with a median age of 47 years. There are 4742 households in Sandringham, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 2313 per week per household.

About 65% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Sandringham is $2708/month. By installing solar power in Sandringham, the average household could save 4.52% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $38851 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 1.22% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Sandringham is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Sandringham

Sandringham is a beautiful suburb located in the south-eastern part of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. It is situated about 16 kilometers away from Melbourne's central business district and is known for its stunning beaches, parks, and gardens. One of the most popular attractions in Sandringham is the Sandringham Beach, which is perfect for swimming, sunbathing, and surfing. Other notable landmarks in the area include the Sandringham Yacht Club and the Royal Melbourne Golf Club.

When it comes to solar power, Sandringham is an excellent location due to its high levels of sunshine throughout the year. With an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, homeowners and businesses in Sandringham can benefit greatly from installing solar panels on their rooftops. Solar energy is a clean and renewable source of power that can help reduce carbon emissions and lower electricity bills. By working with reputable solar installers in Sandringham, residents can enjoy the benefits of solar power while contributing to a more sustainable future.

One thing to keep in mind when installing solar panels in Sandringham is the optimal angle and orientation for maximum solar yield. South-facing rooftops are generally the best for solar panel installations, as they receive the most sunlight throughout the day. However, shading issues can also affect solar panel performance, so it's important to work with experienced solar installers who can assess your property and recommend the best solar panel setup for your needs.

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