Solar Power Profile - Templestowe Lower, VIC 3107
More than 1097 homes in postcode 3107 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Templestowe Lower.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 6,237 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 21,984 kWh per day, or 8,024 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,277.5 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,404,228 per year.
Templestowe Lower and 3107 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 6,659.92 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 55,499,333 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 3107
218th
State Wide
997th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Templestowe Lower
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Templestowe Lower: Viewbank - approx. 2.8 km
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Templestowe Lower Demographics
Templestowe Lower and the postcode of 3107 has a total population of 13565 people, with a median age of 45 years. There are 5442 households in Templestowe Lower, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.7 with a median income of 1919 per week per household.
About 74% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Templestowe Lower is $2500/month. By installing solar power in Templestowe Lower, the average household could save 4.26% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $36594 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 1.28% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Templestowe Lower is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Templestowe Lower
Templestowe Lower is a suburb located in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. It is situated approximately 14 kilometres northeast of Melbourne's central business district and is part of the City of Manningham. The suburb is known for its beautiful parks, including Finns Reserve, Birrarrung Park and Petty's Orchard, which offer residents and visitors a serene environment to relax and enjoy nature. Templestowe Lower is also home to numerous schools, shopping centres, and restaurants, making it an ideal place to live or visit.
With an average of 2,200 hours of sunshine per year, Templestowe Lower is an excellent location for solar power. Solar panel installers can take advantage of the suburb's optimal solar panel angle and orientation to achieve maximum solar yields. While there may be some shading issues caused by trees or buildings, solar installers can work around these obstacles to ensure that solar panels receive as much sunlight as possible. By installing solar energy systems in Templestowe Lower, residents can reduce their reliance on traditional energy sources, lower their carbon footprint, and save money on their energy bills.
Switching to solar power in Templestowe Lower has numerous benefits for both residents and the environment. By generating their own electricity, residents can reduce their dependence on fossil fuels, which are a finite resource and contribute to climate change. Solar power is a clean, renewable energy source that produces no greenhouse gas emissions and has a minimal impact on the environment. Additionally, by installing solar panels, residents can increase the value of their homes and reduce their energy bills. Solar power is a smart investment that pays for itself over time, making it an excellent choice for homeowners in Templestowe Lower.