Solar Power Profile - Tonghi Creek, VIC 3890
More than 72 homes in postcode 3890 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Tonghi Creek, Buldah, Cann River, Chandlers Creek, Noorinbee, Noorinbee North, Tamboon and Weeragua.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 412 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 1,423 kWh per day, or 519 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 $90,894.125 per year.
Tonghi Creek and 3890 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 430.77 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 3,589,750 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 3890
598th
State Wide
2265th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Tonghi Creek
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Tonghi Creek: Tonghi Creek (post Office) - approx. 868 m
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Community Solar Statistics - Tonghi Creek, 3890
Tonghi Creek Demographics
Tonghi Creek and the postcode of 3890 has a total population of 277 people, with a median age of 53 years. There are 210 households in Tonghi Creek, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 1.9 with a median income of 806 per week per household.
About 44% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Tonghi Creek is $705/month. By installing solar power in Tonghi Creek, the average household could save 15.1% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $129766 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 3.05% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Tonghi Creek is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Tonghi Creek
BULDAH VIC 3890 is a town located in the East Gippsland region of Victoria, Australia. The town is situated near the Snowy River National Park and is surrounded by stunning natural landscapes, including the Snowy Mountains and the Alpine National Park. Visitors to BULDAH can enjoy a range of outdoor activities, such as hiking, fishing, and camping.
With its sunny climate and long daylight hours, BULDAH 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 BULDAH can help residents and businesses to design and install solar systems that are tailored to their specific needs.
By harnessing the power of the sun, BULDAH residents can reduce their reliance on fossil fuels and lower their carbon footprint. Solar power is a clean and sustainable energy source that can help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. With its abundant sunshine and favourable weather conditions, BULDAH is a prime location for solar power and a leader in renewable energy in Victoria.