Solar Power Profile - Silver Creek, VIC 3747
More than 1282 homes in postcode 3747 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Silver Creek, Baarmutha, Hurdle Flat, Beechworth, Murmungee, Stanley, Woolshed and Wooragee.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 7,246 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 28,993 kWh per day, or 10,582 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 $1,851,927.875 per year.
Silver Creek and 3747 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 8,783.06 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 73,192,167 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3747
194th
State Wide
913rd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Silver Creek
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Silver Creek: Beechworth Composite - approx. 1.5 km
Featured Solar Installers Servicing Silver Creek
Shannon Fraser Solar & Electrical
50 Thomas Street, 3677For all your solar power and electrical needs.
Community Solar Statistics - Silver Creek, 3747
Silver Creek Demographics
Silver Creek and the postcode of 3747 has a total population of 4493 people, with a median age of 49 years. There are 2222 households in Silver Creek, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1436 per week per household.
About 70% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Silver Creek is $1560/month. By installing solar power in Silver Creek, the average household could save 7.85% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $67441 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 1.97% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Silver Creek is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Silver Creek
Located in the north-eastern part of Victoria, Baarmutha is a small town with a population of just over 200 people. The town is situated in a picturesque valley and is surrounded by the beautiful Chiltern-Mount Pilot National Park. Baarmutha is an ideal location for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts, with plenty of opportunities for hiking, camping, and birdwatching. The town is also home to a number of historic buildings and landmarks, including the Baarmutha Park Heritage Precinct and the Baarmutha Schoolhouse.
Baarmutha enjoys a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. The town receives an average of 7 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. With the right solar panel angle and orientation, homeowners in Baarmutha can generate a significant amount of electricity from the sun. Solar installers in the area can help homeowners design and install a solar energy system that maximises their solar yield and minimises any potential shading issues.
By installing solar energy systems in Baarmutha, homeowners can reduce their reliance on fossil fuels and lower their carbon footprint. Solar power is a clean and renewable source of energy that can help to combat climate change and reduce air pollution. In addition to the environmental benefits, solar power can also help homeowners save money on their energy bills. With the right solar energy system, homeowners in Baarmutha can generate their own electricity and potentially even sell excess energy back to the grid.