Solar Power Profile - Ullswater, VIC 3318
More than 241 homes in postcode 3318 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Ullswater, Jallakin, Meereek, Charam, Connewirricoo, Edenhope, Kadnook, Langkoop and Patyah.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 1,596 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 6,272 kWh per day, or 2,289 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,660.75 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $400,624 per year.
Ullswater and 3318 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 1,899.87 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 15,832,250 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3318
439th
State Wide
1747th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Ullswater
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Ullswater: Karnak (rosedale) - approx. 9.2 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Ullswater, 3318
Ullswater Demographics
Ullswater and the postcode of 3318 has a total population of 1104 people, with a median age of 53 years. There are 668 households in Ullswater, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.1 with a median income of 1011 per week per household.
About 59% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Ullswater is $867/month. By installing solar power in Ullswater, the average household could save 15.96% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $137174 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 3.16% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Ullswater is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Ullswater
Charam is a small town located in the state of Victoria, Australia. The town is situated in the Corangamite Shire and is home to a population of just over 300 people. Despite its small size, Charam has a number of features and attractions that make it a great place to visit or live.
One of the main attractions of Charam is its proximity to the beautiful Otway Ranges. These mountains are a popular destination for hikers and nature lovers, with stunning views and a range of wildlife to discover. The town is also home to a number of historic buildings, including the Charam General Store and the Charam Mechanics Institute.
Charam's sunny weather and high levels of solar radiation make it an ideal location for solar power. With an average of over 5 hours of sunshine per day, the town is well-suited to the installation of solar panels. Solar power is a clean and renewable source of energy that can help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and lower energy bills. By working with local solar installers, residents and businesses in Charam can take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine to generate their own electricity and contribute to a more sustainable future.