Solar Power Profile - St James, VIC 3727
More than 80 homes in postcode 3727 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of St James, Waggarandall, Almonds, Lake Rowan, Pelluebla and Yundool.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 343 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 1,430 kWh per day, or 522 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 $91,341.25 per year.
St James and 3727 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 433.26 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 3,610,500 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3727
619th
State Wide
2318th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in St James
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to St James: Tungamah - approx. 13 km
Featured Solar Installers Servicing St James
Shannon Fraser Solar & Electrical
50 Thomas Street, 3677For all your solar power and electrical needs.
Thompson Electrical Solar
115 Benalla-Yarrawonga Rd, 3730Solar installation specialists in Yarrawonga.
Community Solar Statistics - St James, 3727
St James Demographics
St James and the postcode of 3727 has a total population of 274 people, with a median age of 52 years. There are 122 households in St James, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1087 per week per household.
About 80% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in St James is $1224/month. By installing solar power in St James, the average household could save 7.83% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $67268 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 2.03% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in St James is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About St James
Located in the northeast of Victoria, Australia, Lake Rowan is a small town with a population of around 300 people. The town is surrounded by picturesque farmland and is home to several heritage buildings, including the Lake Rowan Memorial Hall and the St. James Anglican Church. Visitors can also enjoy the natural beauty of the area by taking a stroll around the Lake Rowan Nature Conservation Reserve, which features a variety of native flora and fauna.
With an average of 7 hours of sunshine per day, Lake Rowan is an ideal location for solar power. The town experiences a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters, making it suitable for solar panel installation throughout the year. Solar installers in Lake Rowan can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation, which can help to increase solar yields and reduce shading issues.
Installing solar energy in Lake Rowan can provide a range of benefits, including reducing energy bills and carbon emissions. Solar power is a renewable energy source that can help to reduce reliance on non-renewable energy sources, such as coal and gas. By installing solar panels, residents and businesses in Lake Rowan can take a step towards a more sustainable future while also saving money on their energy bills.