Solar Power Profile - Tulkara, VIC 3384
More than 116 homes in postcode 3384 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Tulkara, Barkly, Concongella, Frenchmans, Joel Joel, Joel South, Landsborough, Landsborough West, Navarre, Shays Flat and Wattle Creek.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 648 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 2,606 kWh per day, or 951 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,405.25 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $166,458.25 per year.
Tulkara and 3384 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 789.33 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 6,577,750 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 3384
552nd
State Wide
2118th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Tulkara
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Tulkara: Navarre - approx. 9.4 km
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Tulkara Demographics
Tulkara and the postcode of 3384 has a total population of 521 people, with a median age of 52 years. There are 278 households in Tulkara, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1125 per week per household.
About 68% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Tulkara is $867/month. By installing solar power in Tulkara, the average household could save 13.51% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $116071 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 2.4% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Tulkara is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Tulkara
BARKLY VIC 3384 is a small town located in the Wimmera region of Victoria, Australia. The town is situated on the Western Highway, approximately 300 km northwest of Melbourne. Barkly is known for its natural beauty, with the Grampians National Park and Mount Arapiles-Tooan State Park located nearby. These mountain ranges provide a stunning backdrop for the town and offer a range of outdoor activities such as hiking, rock climbing, and camping.
The weather in Barkly is typical of the region, with hot summers and cool winters. The town receives an average of 7.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. With the help of solar installers, residents and businesses in Barkly can take advantage of this abundant sunshine to produce clean, renewable energy. Solar panels should be installed facing north to maximise solar yields, and shading issues should be carefully considered to ensure optimal performance.
Installing solar energy in Barkly can provide a range of benefits, including reduced electricity bills, lower carbon emissions, and increased energy independence. By producing their own energy, residents and businesses can reduce their reliance on the grid and protect themselves from rising energy costs. Solar power is also a great investment, with many government incentives and rebates available to help offset the upfront costs of installation. Overall, Barkly VIC 3384 is a great location for solar power, with its abundant sunshine and stunning natural surroundings providing the perfect backdrop for clean, renewable energy.