Solar Power Profile - Tonimbuk, VIC 3815
More than 502 homes in postcode 3815 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Tonimbuk, Bunyip, Bunyip North and Iona.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 3,119 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 10,697 kWh per day, or 3,904 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 $683,270.875 per year.
Tonimbuk and 3815 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 3,240.32 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 27,002,667 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3815
328th
State Wide
1393rd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Tonimbuk
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Tonimbuk: Garfield - approx. 6.2 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Tonimbuk, 3815
Tonimbuk Demographics
Tonimbuk and the postcode of 3815 has a total population of 3427 people, with a median age of 39 years. There are 1315 households in Tonimbuk, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.8 with a median income of 1928 per week per household.
About 78% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Tonimbuk is $1971/month. By installing solar power in Tonimbuk, the average household could save 5.67% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $48736 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 1.34% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Tonimbuk is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Tonimbuk
BUNYIP VIC 3815 is a charming town located in the Shire of Cardinia in Victoria, Australia. The town is situated in the foothills of the Dandenong Ranges, providing stunning views of the surrounding mountain ranges. One of the main attractions in the area is the Bunyip State Park, which offers visitors the chance to explore the natural beauty of the region with its walking trails, picnic areas, and camping facilities.
With its location in Victoria, BUNYIP enjoys a temperate climate with warm summers and mild winters. The town experiences an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power production. Solar installers in BUNYIP can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields and minimize shading issues.
By installing solar energy systems in BUNYIP, residents and businesses can benefit from the abundant sunshine hours and reduce their reliance on traditional fossil fuels. Solar power is a clean and renewable energy source that can help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. With the support of local solar installers, BUNYIP can become a shining example of sustainable energy practices in Australia.