Solar Power Profile - Uplands, VIC 3900
More than 35 homes in postcode 3900 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Uplands, Benambra and Cobberas.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 187 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 725 kWh per day, or 265 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 $46,309.375 per year.
Uplands and 3900 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 219.95 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 1,832,917 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 3900
657th
State Wide
2462nd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Uplands
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Uplands: Benambra (the Brothers) - approx. 9.4 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Uplands, 3900
Uplands Demographics
Uplands and the postcode of 3900 has a total population of 138 people, with a median age of 59 years. There are 92 households in Uplands, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 1.8 with a median income of 1017 per week per household.
About 64% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Uplands is $1142/month. By installing solar power in Uplands, the average household could save 9.79% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $84115 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 2.54% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Uplands is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Uplands
BENAMBRA VIC 3900 is a small town located in the Australian state of Victoria. Situated in the heart of the Alpine Shire, this town is surrounded by stunning mountain ranges such as the Snowy Mountains, the Victorian Alps, and the Alpine National Park. The town is known for its scenic beauty, fresh air, and peaceful surroundings, making it a popular destination for tourists.
When it comes to solar power, BENAMBRA VIC 3900 is an ideal location due to its high levels of sunshine throughout the year. With an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, this town is perfect for producing solar energy. Solar installers in BENAMBRA VIC 3900 can take advantage of this by installing solar panels at the optimal angle and orientation to ensure maximum solar yield. Additionally, the town's low levels of shading make it an ideal location for solar power generation.
By installing solar energy systems in BENAMBRA VIC 3900, residents and businesses can benefit from the town's abundant sunshine and reduce their reliance on non-renewable energy sources. This not only helps to reduce carbon emissions, but it also provides significant cost savings on energy bills. With the help of solar installers in BENAMBRA VIC 3900, the town can continue to harness the power of the sun and move towards a more sustainable future.