Solar Power Profile - St Albans, VIC 3021
More than 4540 homes in postcode 3021 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of St Albans, Albanvale, Kealba and Kings Park.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 22,038 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 78,730 kWh per day, or 28,736 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,085.875 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $5,028,878.75 per year.
St Albans and 3021 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 23,850.88 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 198,757,333 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3021
35th
State Wide
266th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in St Albans
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to St Albans: Burnside - approx. 4.5 km
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St Albans Demographics
St Albans and the postcode of 3021 has a total population of 50951 people, with a median age of 37 years. There are 19243 households in St Albans, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.8 with a median income of 1238 per week per household.
About 60% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in St Albans is $1500/month. By installing solar power in St Albans, the average household could save 6.03% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $51841 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 1.69% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in St Albans is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About St Albans
Albanvale is a suburb located in the Western region of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. It is situated approximately 19 kilometers away from Melbourne's central business district. The suburb has a diverse population, and it is known for its multiculturalism. Albanvale is a peaceful and quiet suburb, and it is home to several parks, reserves, and playgrounds.
With an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, Albanvale is an excellent location for solar power. The optimal angle for solar panels in Albanvale is between 25 to 35 degrees, and the best orientation is north-facing. However, shading issues may occur due to the presence of trees or buildings. Despite this, solar yields in Albanvale are still high, making it a suitable location for solar power.
Installing solar energy in Albanvale is a great way to reduce carbon emissions and electricity bills. By producing renewable energy, households and businesses can save money in the long run and contribute to a sustainable future. Solar installers in Albanvale offer a range of services, from solar panel installation to maintenance and repair. By investing in solar power, residents of Albanvale can take advantage of the abundant sunshine and contribute to a greener future.