Solar Power Profile - Somerton Park, VIC 3851
More than 1534 homes in postcode 3851 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Somerton Park, Airly, Bundalaguah, Clydebank, Cobains, Darriman, Dutson, Dutson Downs, Flamingo Beach, Fulham, Giffard, Giffard West, Glomar Beach, Golden Beach, Kilmany, Lake Wellington, Loch Sport, Longford, Montgomery, Myrtlebank, Paradise Beach, Pearsondale, Seacombe, Seaspray, Stradbroke, The Heart and The Honeysuckles.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 8,155 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 29,910 kWh per day, or 10,917 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,213.625 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,910,501.25 per year.
Somerton Park and 3851 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 9,061.11 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 75,509,250 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3851
172nd
State Wide
850th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Somerton Park
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Somerton Park: East Sale Comparison - approx. 3.2 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Somerton Park, 3851
Somerton Park Demographics
Somerton Park and the postcode of 3851 has a total population of 4900 people, with a median age of 47 years. There are 4347 households in Somerton Park, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1120 per week per household.
About 43% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Somerton Park is $1300/month. By installing solar power in Somerton Park, the average household could save 7.78% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $66854 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 2.08% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Somerton Park is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Somerton Park
Airly is a small town located in Victoria, Australia. It is situated in the Gippsland region, surrounded by the Strzelecki Ranges and the Tarra-Bulga National Park. The town is known for its stunning natural beauty and offers a range of outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, and bird watching. Visitors can also explore the local wineries and enjoy the delicious food at the cafes and restaurants.
Airly has a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. The town experiences an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. The optimal angle for solar panels in Airly is between 20-30 degrees and the best orientation is north-facing. While there may be some shading issues due to the surrounding trees and hills, a professional solar installer can help to mitigate these issues to ensure maximum solar yields.
Installing solar energy in Airly has many benefits. It is a great way to reduce your carbon footprint and save money on your energy bills. With the abundance of sunshine in the area, solar power is a reliable and sustainable source of energy. By choosing a reputable solar installer in Airly, you can ensure that your solar system is installed correctly and efficiently, providing you with clean energy for years to come.