Solar Power Profile - Sutton, VIC 3530
More than 24 homes in postcode 3530 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Sutton, Culgoa, Wangie and Warne.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 141 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 603 kWh per day, or 220 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,596.875 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $38,516.625 per year.
Sutton and 3530 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 182.6 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 1,521,667 km worth of car emissions.
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Solar Power in Sutton
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Sutton: Berriwillock - approx. 10.9 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Sutton, 3530
Sutton Demographics
Sutton and the postcode of 3530 has a total population of 103 people, with a median age of 58 years. There are 81 households in Sutton, with an average of 0.6 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 1.8 with a median income of 1156 per week per household.
About 63% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Sutton is $542/month. By installing solar power in Sutton, the average household could save 24.55% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $210989 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 2.66% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Sutton is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Sutton
CULGOA VIC 3530 is a small town located in the north-west of Victoria, Australia. The town is situated in the heart of the Mallee region, which is known for its vast, flat landscapes and dry climate. Despite its remote location, CULGOA has a number of unique features and attractions that make it a popular destination for tourists and locals alike.
One of the main attractions of CULGOA is the stunning natural beauty of the surrounding area. The town is located near several local mountain ranges, including the Big Desert Range and the Wyperfeld Range, which offer breathtaking views and opportunities for hiking and outdoor recreation. Additionally, the area is home to a number of unique wildlife species, including the Mallee Fowl and the endangered Regent Parrot.
With its sunny climate and long hours of daylight, CULGOA is an ideal location for producing solar power. Solar installers in the area can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. Additionally, the dry climate and lack of shading issues make CULGOA a prime location for renewable energy projects. By harnessing the power of the sun, CULGOA can reduce its reliance on traditional energy sources and help to build a more sustainable future.