Solar Power Profile - Three Bridges, VIC 3797
More than 537 homes in postcode 3797 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Three Bridges, Gilderoy, Gladysdale, Powelltown and Yarra Junction.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 3,314 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 11,209 kWh per day, or 4,091 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,341.375 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $715,974.875 per year.
Three Bridges and 3797 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 3,395.53 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 28,296,083 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3797
314th
State Wide
1361st
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Three Bridges
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Three Bridges: Gladysdale (little Feet Farm) - approx. 3.9 km
Featured Solar Installers Servicing Three Bridges
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Community Solar Statistics - Three Bridges, 3797
Three Bridges Demographics
Three Bridges and the postcode of 3797 has a total population of 3354 people, with a median age of 44 years. There are 1476 households in Three Bridges, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 1335 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 Three Bridges is $1797/month. By installing solar power in Three Bridges, the average household could save 6.22% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $53455 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 1.93% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Three Bridges is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Three Bridges
GILDEROY VIC 3797 is a small town located in the Australian state of Victoria. Nestled in the foothills of the Great Dividing Range, the town is surrounded by stunning natural beauty, including the nearby Mount Disappointment State Forest and Kinglake National Park. Visitors to the area can enjoy hiking, camping, and other outdoor activities, as well as exploring the town's charming local shops and cafes.
With its sunny climate and long hours of daylight, GILDEROY is an ideal location for solar power. The town receives an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it a great place to install solar panels and take advantage of renewable energy. Solar installers in the area can help homeowners and businesses to optimize their solar panel angle and orientation, ensuring maximum solar yields and minimizing any potential shading issues.
By investing in solar power in GILDEROY, residents and businesses can benefit from reduced energy costs, as well as doing their part to help protect the environment. Solar energy is a clean and sustainable source of power, and by installing solar panels, GILDEROY can reduce its reliance on fossil fuels and contribute to a more sustainable future.