Solar Power Profile - Tongala, VIC 3621
More than 514 homes in postcode 3621 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Tongala, Koyuga South, Ky Valley, Ky West, Kyvalley and Yambuna.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 3,772 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 15,811 kWh per day, or 5,771 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,980.125 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $1,009,927.625 per year.
Tongala and 3621 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 4,789.93 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 39,916,083 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3621
295th
State Wide
1294th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Tongala
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Tongala: Tongala - approx. 623 m
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Community Solar Statistics - Tongala, 3621
Tongala Demographics
Tongala and the postcode of 3621 has a total population of 2238 people, with a median age of 41 years. There are 970 households in Tongala, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 1262 per week per household.
About 69% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Tongala is $1172/month. By installing solar power in Tongala, the average household could save 14.08% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $120991 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 3.02% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Tongala is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Tongala
Koyuga South is a small town located in the northern part of Victoria, Australia. The town is situated in a rural area surrounded by beautiful landscapes and natural attractions. One of the main features of Koyuga South is the Koyuga Creek which runs through the town, providing a serene and picturesque environment for visitors and residents alike. Other notable attractions in the area include the Koyuga South Recreation Reserve and the nearby Gunbower National Park.
Koyuga South is known for its sunny weather and high levels of solar radiation, making it an ideal location for solar power production. The town experiences an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, with peak solar radiation occurring during the summer months. This makes Koyuga South an excellent location for solar panel installation, with optimal panel orientation and angle resulting in high solar yields.
By installing solar panels in Koyuga South, residents and businesses can benefit from reduced energy costs and lower carbon emissions. Solar power is a renewable and sustainable energy source that can help to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and decrease the carbon footprint of the town. Solar installers in Koyuga South can provide expert advice on the best solar panel options and installation methods to ensure optimal performance and maximum energy savings.