Solar Power Profile - Shelford, VIC 3329
More than 38 homes in postcode 3329 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Shelford, Barunah Park and Barunah Plains.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 178 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 640 kWh per day, or 234 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,085.875 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $40,880 per year.
Shelford and 3329 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 194.22 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 1,618,500 km worth of car emissions.
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Solar Power in Shelford
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Shelford: Shelford - approx. 909 m
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Community Solar Statistics - Shelford, 3329
Shelford Demographics
Shelford and the postcode of 3329 has a total population of 298 people, with a median age of 41 years. There are 129 households in Shelford, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.8 with a median income of 1702 per week per household.
About 73% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Shelford is $1315/month. By installing solar power in Shelford, the average household could save 6.88% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $59135 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 1.23% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Shelford is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Shelford
Barunah Park is a small town in Victoria, Australia, located approximately 100km southwest of Melbourne. The town is known for its stunning natural beauty, with rolling hills, lush greenery, and picturesque landscapes. Visitors to Barunah Park can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, cycling, and horseback riding, as well as exploring the local flora and fauna.
With its sunny climate and high levels of solar radiation, Barunah Park is an ideal location for producing solar power. The town receives an average of 5.5 hours of sunlight per day, making it an excellent choice for homeowners and businesses looking to install solar panels. Solar installers in Barunah Park can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation, as well as its minimal shading issues, to maximize solar yields and generate renewable energy.
By harnessing the power of the sun, Barunah Park can reduce its reliance on non-renewable energy sources and contribute to a more sustainable future. Solar power offers numerous benefits, including lower energy costs, reduced carbon emissions, and increased energy independence. As the world continues to shift towards renewable energy sources, Barunah Park is well-positioned to lead the way in solar power production and installation.