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Solar Power Profile - Thornhill Park, VIC 3335

More than 2741 homes in postcode 3335 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Thornhill Park, Bonnie Brook, Grangefields, Plumpton and Rockbank.

In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 18,968 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 68,211 kWh per day, or 24,897 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 $4,356,977.625 per year.

Thornhill Park and 3335 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 20,664.51 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 172,204,250 km worth of car emissions.

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Solar Ranking

Postcode 3335

54th

State Wide

382nd

Australia Wide

Solar Power in Thornhill Park

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Average kW per solar installation

Postcode 3335

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Number of Home Solar Systems Installed

Postcode 3335

Daily Avg Sunshine in Thornhill Park
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Thornhill Park: Melton Reservoir - approx. 4.9 km

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Thornhill Park

Pacific Solar

1 Hewitt Street, 3192

Unleash the power of commercial solar.

Zing Solar Vic

2 Main Street, 3030

100% Australian based

Solar Run Keysborough

35 Pacific Drive, 3173

Australia’s preferred solar company making installation simple.

Geelong Solar Energy

27 Nobility Street, 3224

Specialist is solar power systems and energy storage

Community Solar Statistics - Thornhill Park, 3335

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Homes With Solar

642

Homes With Solar

This calculation is based on the Clean Energy Regulator number of small-scale technology certificates (STCs) claimed for solar installations less than 100kW in size in the 3335 postcode. The number of certificates claimed is directly related to the number of solar power systems commissioned, as lodged by the solar installation business.

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Avg Solar Savings

$337/year

Avg Solar Savings

This calculation assumes a Beauru of Meteorology annual mean global daily irradiation for Thornhill Park based on the average solar system size for 3335, modelled with a 50% of solar production that is fed directly into the grid at 10c/kWh, and the remaining 50% of the solar energy produced being consumed within the home at an energy bill reduction of 25c/kWh.

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Est Retail Value of Power Generated

$1,659,297/year

Est Retail Value of Power Generated

This calculation assumes a Beauru of Meteorology mean global daily irradiation for Thornhill Park, using the total number of kW installed according to the Clean Energy Regulator, valued at 25c/kWh.

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Solar Panels Installed

4,968 kW

Solar Panels Installed

This calculation is based on for the number of kilowatts installed in postcode 3335 according to the Clean Energy Regulator.

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Avg Daily Solar Generation

18,096 kWh

Avg Daily Solar Generation

This calculation is based on the total number of kilowatts installed for this location sourced from the Clean Energy Regulator multiplied by the annual mean global daily irradiation for the Beauru of Meteorology weather station nearest to Thornhill Park. The amount of solar power generated each day is therefore the total amount of solar power generated per one day based on an average day of sunlight.

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Yearly Solar Generation

6,549 MWh

Yearly Solar Generation

This calculation is based on the total number of kilowatts installed for this location sourced from the Clean Energy Regulator multiplied by the mean global daily irradiation for the Beauru of Meteorology weather station nearest to Thornhill Park. The amount of solar power generated each year is therefore the total amount solar power panel generated for 12 months based on an average day of sunlight.

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Local Jobs Created

66

Local Jobs Created

This calculation is based on Beyond Zero Emissions economic modelling showing that 5.8 jobs are directly created per megawatt of rooftop solar installed. The amount of jobs created from rooftop solar in postcode 3335 takes the number of "Solar Panels Installed" calculation multiplied by 5.8 jobs/MW ratio to indicate the employment created.

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Community Energy Savings

$1,161,481/year

Community Energy Savings

This is based on the "Average Solar Savings" calculation multiplied by the total number of Homes with Solar calculation for postcode 3335. The total amount of money saved by residential solar power for this area indicates how much this location saves in total dollars each year from the total amount of solar power generation.

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Local Business Generated

$15,170,118

Local Business Generated

To figure out the economic value generated for solar installation businesses servicing postcode 3335, we take the Solar Panels Installed calculation and multiply it by an average assumed price of $3 per watt, which we adjusted for historical price changes. This then gives us an idea of the revenue generated by solar installation businesses supplying and installing solar power in the area.

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Annual CO2 Reduction

5,420 tonnes

Annual CO2 Reduction

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 3335 using the "Yearly Solar Generation" calculation multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in VIC. So this shows us the amount of carbon dioxide pollution equivalent that would be generated by coal-fired power stations for the same amount of kilowatts that are instead saved by clean and green rooftop solar power.

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Yearly Carbon Sequestration

77,039 trees

Yearly Carbon Sequestration

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 3335 using the "Yearly Solar Generation" calculation multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in VIC, then coverted to the number of trees that would be required to capture and sequester that amount of carbon dioxide pollution. (14 trees per tonne of CO2) So this number gives us a different way of understanding the environmental benefits of solar by giving us an equivalent number of mature trees capturing and sequestering carbon dioxide pollution into the soil that is equal to the amount of CO2 otherwise saved because of rooftop solar power in this area.

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Yearly Car Emissions

45,909,564 km driven

Yearly Car Emissions

This is based on the total amount of solar power generated by all of the homes in postcode 3335 using the "Yearly Solar Generation" calculation multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in VIC, then coverted to the number of kilometres driven by an average car. (120g of CO2 per km driven) So this number gives us a different way of understanding the environmental benefits of solar by giving us an equivalent number of kilometres driven worth of car emissions that is equal to the amount of CO2 otherwise saved because of rooftop solar power in this area.

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Thornhill Park Demographics

Thornhill Park and the postcode of 3335 has a total population of 5871 people, with a median age of 31 years. There are 2225 households in Thornhill Park, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.8 with a median income of 1876 per week per household.

About 65% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Thornhill Park is $1900/month. By installing solar power in Thornhill Park, the average household could save 7% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $60187 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 1.64% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Thornhill Park is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Thornhill Park

Bonnie Brook is a small town located in the western suburbs of Melbourne, Victoria. The town is known for its peaceful and serene surroundings, making it an ideal location for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. Bonnie Brook is home to a number of parks and gardens, including the popular Bonnie Brook Reserve, which offers a range of recreational activities such as walking and cycling trails, picnic areas, and playgrounds.

With an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, Bonnie Brook is an excellent location for solar power. The optimal angle for solar panels in Bonnie Brook is approximately 25 degrees, facing north. However, it is important to note that shading can be an issue in some areas, which can affect solar yields. To ensure maximum solar efficiency, it is recommended to consult with a professional solar installer who can assess the specific conditions of your property and provide tailored advice.

Installing solar panels in Bonnie Brook can provide a range of benefits, including reducing your carbon footprint, saving money on energy bills, and increasing the value of your property. Additionally, the Australian government offers a range of incentives and rebates for those who install solar power systems, making it an affordable and accessible option for many homeowners. By choosing to invest in solar power, residents of Bonnie Brook can contribute to a more sustainable future while also enjoying the many benefits of renewable energy.

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