Solar Power Profile - Southern Cross, VIC 3283
More than 208 homes in postcode 3283 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Southern Cross, Crossley, Killarney, Kirkstall, Tarrone, Tower Hill, Warrong, Willatook, Yangery and Yarpturk.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 1,524 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 5,481 kWh per day, or 2,001 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,660.75 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $350,098.875 per year.
Southern Cross and 3283 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 1,660.83 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 13,840,250 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3283
446th
State Wide
1762nd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Southern Cross
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Southern Cross: Koroit - approx. 2.4 km
Featured Solar Installers Servicing Southern Cross
Leahy's Electrical Services
6 Scott Street, 3280Powering Southwest Victoria with Quality Electrical Solutions
Community Solar Statistics - Southern Cross, 3283
Southern Cross Demographics
Southern Cross and the postcode of 3283 has a total population of 1342 people, with a median age of 45 years. There are 583 households in Southern Cross, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.7 with a median income of 1754 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 Southern Cross is $1517/month. By installing solar power in Southern Cross, the average household could save 9.12% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $78398 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 1.82% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Southern Cross is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Southern Cross
CROSSLEY VIC 3283 is a charming town located in the south-west of Victoria, Australia. It is situated near the coast and surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes, including the Port Campbell National Park and the Great Otway National Park. The town is known for its peaceful atmosphere, friendly locals, and stunning scenery, making it a popular destination for tourists and nature lovers.
With an average of 2200 sunshine hours per year, CROSSLEY VIC 3283 is an ideal location for solar power production. The town enjoys a temperate climate with mild winters and warm summers, which means that solar panels can generate energy efficiently throughout the year. Solar installers in CROSSLEY VIC 3283 can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximise solar yields and minimise shading issues.
By installing solar energy systems in CROSSLEY VIC 3283, residents and businesses can benefit from lower electricity bills, reduced carbon emissions, and increased energy independence. Solar power is a renewable and sustainable energy source that can help to mitigate climate change and promote a cleaner and healthier environment. With the support of local solar installers, CROSSLEY VIC 3283 can become a shining example of the power of solar energy.