Solar Power Profile - Smiths Gully, VIC 3760
More than 70 homes in postcode 3760 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Smiths Gully and Smiths Gully.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 357 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 1,249 kWh per day, or 456 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,149.75 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $79,779.875 per year.
Smiths Gully and 3760 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 378.48 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 3,154,000 km worth of car emissions.
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Solar Power in Smiths Gully
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Smiths Gully: St. Andrews (hilderbrand Road) - approx. 5.3 km
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Smiths Gully Demographics
Smiths Gully and the postcode of 3760 has a total population of 334 people, with a median age of 49 years. There are 124 households in Smiths Gully, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.9 with a median income of 2468 per week per household.
About 82% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Smiths Gully is $2167/month. By installing solar power in Smiths Gully, the average household could save 4.42% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $37995 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 0.9% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Smiths Gully is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Smiths Gully
Smiths Gully is a small town located in the outer suburbs of Melbourne, Victoria. The town is known for its scenic beauty and is surrounded by lush green forests and hills. The area is home to several vineyards and farms, making it a popular destination for tourists who are looking for a peaceful getaway. Some of the popular attractions in the area include the Smiths Gully General Store, the St Andrews Market, and the Yarra Valley Trail.
Smiths Gully enjoys a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. The town receives an average of 2,000 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar installers in Smiths Gully can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. However, potential shading issues should be taken into consideration when installing solar panels.
Installing solar energy in Smiths Gully can provide several benefits, including reducing energy bills and carbon emissions. Solar power is a renewable energy source that can help to reduce our dependence on fossil fuels. By installing solar panels, homeowners and businesses in Smiths Gully can take advantage of the abundant sunshine to generate their own electricity and contribute to a more sustainable future.