Solar Power Profile - St Helens, VIC 3285
More than 190 homes in postcode 3285 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of St Helens, Codrington, Narrawong, Rosebrook, Toolong, Tyrendarra, Tyrendarra East and Yambuk.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 1,053 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 3,811 kWh per day, or 1,391 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,277.5 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $243,427.625 per year.
St Helens and 3285 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 1,154.53 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 9,621,083 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 3285
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State Wide
1914th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in St Helens
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to St Helens: Port Fairy Post Office - approx. 21 km
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Community Solar Statistics - St Helens, 3285
St Helens Demographics
St Helens and the postcode of 3285 has a total population of 1151 people, with a median age of 47 years. There are 564 households in St Helens, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 1639 per week per household.
About 67% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in St Helens is $1430/month. By installing solar power in St Helens, the average household could save 7.44% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $63975 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 1.5% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in St Helens is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About St Helens
Codrington is a small town located in Victoria, Australia. It is situated in the Shire of Moyne and has a population of around 200 people. The town is known for its beautiful landscapes, including the Mount Codrington and the Codrington Wind Farm. The wind farm is one of the largest in Victoria and generates enough electricity to power around 25,000 homes. The town also has a number of historic buildings, including the Codrington War Memorial and the Codrington Settlement Cemetery.
Codrington has 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. The optimal solar panel angle for Codrington is around 30 degrees, and panels should be facing north to maximise solar yields. While shading can be an issue in some areas, a reputable solar installer will be able to assess your property and recommend the best location for your solar panels.
Installing solar power in Codrington has a number of benefits. Not only will it help to reduce your electricity bills, but it will also reduce your carbon footprint. Solar power is a renewable energy source, which means that it is sustainable and environmentally friendly. By installing solar panels, you can also take advantage of government rebates and incentives that are available to homeowners who invest in renewable energy. If you're considering installing solar power in Codrington, be sure to contact a reputable solar installer who can help you to maximise your solar yields and save money on your electricity bills.