Solar Power Profile - Swan Hill, VIC 3585
More than 1811 homes in postcode 3585 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Swan Hill, Swan Hill Pioneer, Castle Donnington, Chillingollah, Fish Point, Goschen, Kunat, Meatian, Nowie, Nyrraby, Pira, Polisbet, Speewa, Swan Hill West and Winlaton.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 14,254 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 61,443 kWh per day, or 22,427 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $2,171.75 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $3,924,671.625 per year.
Swan Hill and 3585 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 18,614.41 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 155,120,083 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3585
82nd
State Wide
500th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Swan Hill
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Swan Hill: Swan Hill Post Office - approx. 131 m
Featured Solar Installers Servicing Swan Hill
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Community Solar Statistics - Swan Hill, 3585
Swan Hill Demographics
Swan Hill and the postcode of 3585 has a total population of 10526 people, with a median age of 38 years. There are 4897 households in Swan Hill, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1394 per week per household.
About 59% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Swan Hill is $1300/month. By installing solar power in Swan Hill, the average household could save 13.92% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $119634 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 3% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Swan Hill is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Swan Hill
Castle Donington is a small town located in Victoria, Australia. It is situated in the Shire of Buloke and has a population of approximately 200 people. The town is known for its peaceful atmosphere and beautiful natural surroundings. Visitors can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, camping, and fishing. The town also has several historic landmarks, such as the Castle Donington Railway Station.
Castle Donington has a warm and temperate climate, with an average temperature of 18.2°C. The town receives plenty of sunshine throughout the year, with an average of 6.5 hours of sunlight per day. These ideal weather conditions make Castle Donington an excellent location for producing solar power. Solar installers can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation, which can increase solar yields and reduce shading issues.
Installing solar energy in Castle Donington can provide numerous benefits, including reduced energy costs and a smaller carbon footprint. Solar power is a renewable energy source that can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. By harnessing the power of the sun, residents and businesses in Castle Donington can take an active role in creating a more sustainable future. Solar power can also increase property values and attract eco-conscious buyers. Overall, Castle Donington is an excellent location for solar power installation, and its beautiful natural surroundings make it an ideal place to live and work.