Solar Power Profile - Sheep Hills, VIC 3392
More than 115 homes in postcode 3392 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Sheep Hills, Boolite and Minyip.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 552 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 2,287 kWh per day, or 835 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,277.5 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $146,082.125 per year.
Sheep Hills and 3392 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 693.05 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 5,775,417 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3392
566th
State Wide
2164th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Sheep Hills
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Sheep Hills: Warracknabeal Museum - approx. 14 km
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Sheep Hills Demographics
Sheep Hills and the postcode of 3392 has a total population of 514 people, with a median age of 56 years. There are 307 households in Sheep Hills, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.1 with a median income of 968 per week per household.
About 64% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Sheep Hills is $542/month. By installing solar power in Sheep Hills, the average household could save 19.64% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $168791 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 2.54% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Sheep Hills is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Sheep Hills
BOOLITE VIC 3392 is a charming town located in the Southern Grampians Shire in Victoria, Australia. The town is surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, including the picturesque Mount Napier and Mount Rouse. Visitors to the town can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, and fishing.
With an average of over 2000 hours of sunshine per year, BOOLITE VIC 3392 is an ideal location for solar power. The optimal angle for solar panels in this area is around 35 degrees, facing north to maximize sun exposure. While shading can be an issue in some areas, a reputable solar installer can help design a system that minimizes any potential losses.
Installing solar energy in BOOLITE VIC 3392 can provide numerous benefits, including reducing electricity bills and decreasing dependence on non-renewable energy sources. Additionally, solar power is a clean and sustainable energy source that can help reduce carbon emissions and combat climate change. By choosing solar power, residents and businesses in BOOLITE VIC 3392 can help create a brighter and more sustainable future for their community.