Solar Power Profile - Tallangatta Valley, VIC 3701
More than 335 homes in postcode 3701 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Tallangatta Valley, Granite Flat, Dartmouth, Eskdale, Fernvale, Granya, Mitta Mitta, Old Tallangatta, Shelley, Tallandoon and Tallangatta South.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 2,436 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 9,862 kWh per day, or 3,600 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,852.375 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $629,935.25 per year.
Tallangatta Valley and 3701 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 2,988 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 24,900,000 km worth of car emissions.
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Solar Power in Tallangatta Valley
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Tallangatta Valley: Soldier Settlers Rd - approx. 10.8 km
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Tallangatta Valley Demographics
Tallangatta Valley and the postcode of 3701 has a total population of 933 people, with a median age of 53 years. There are 584 households in Tallangatta Valley, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1381 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 Tallangatta Valley is $1300/month. By installing solar power in Tallangatta Valley, the average household could save 11.87% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $102041 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 2.58% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Tallangatta Valley is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Tallangatta Valley
DARTMOUTH VIC 3701 is a small town located in the Alpine Shire of Victoria, Australia. It is situated on the Mitta River and is surrounded by picturesque mountain ranges such as the Mount Bogong, the highest peak in Victoria, and the Alpine National Park. The town is known for its stunning natural beauty and is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
One of the major benefits of DARTMOUTH VIC 3701 is its abundant sunshine hours, with an average of 6.5 hours of sunlight per day. This makes it an ideal location for solar power production and installation. Solar panels can be installed at an optimal angle and orientation to maximize solar yields and reduce potential shading issues. Solar installers in the area can help homeowners and businesses take advantage of this renewable energy source.
By harnessing the power of the sun, DARTMOUTH VIC 3701 can reduce its carbon footprint and contribute to a more sustainable future. Solar power is a clean and renewable energy source that can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. Installing solar panels can also provide long-term cost savings on energy bills. With its ample sunshine hours and stunning natural surroundings, DARTMOUTH VIC 3701 is a prime location for solar power production and installation.