Solar Power Profile - Upper Ferntree Gully, VIC 3156
More than 4860 homes in postcode 3156 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Upper Ferntree Gully, Ferntree Gully, Lysterfield, Lysterfield South and Mountain Gate.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 27,002 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 93,246 kWh per day, or 34,035 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,213.625 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $5,956,088.25 per year.
Upper Ferntree Gully and 3156 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 28,249.05 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 235,408,750 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3156
30th
State Wide
230th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Upper Ferntree Gully
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Daily Avg Sunshine in Upper Ferntree Gully
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Upper Ferntree Gully: Ferntree Gully (probert) - approx. 2.1 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Upper Ferntree Gully, 3156
Upper Ferntree Gully Demographics
Upper Ferntree Gully and the postcode of 3156 has a total population of 36895 people, with a median age of 40 years. There are 14457 households in Upper Ferntree Gully, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.7 with a median income of 1948 per week per household.
About 76% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Upper Ferntree Gully is $2000/month. By installing solar power in Upper Ferntree Gully, the average household could save 5.06% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $43455 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 1.2% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Upper Ferntree Gully is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Upper Ferntree Gully
FERNTREE GULLY is a suburb located in the eastern part of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. It is a popular tourist destination, known for its scenic beauty and natural attractions. The suburb is situated at the foothills of the Dandenong Ranges, which provides a picturesque backdrop to the town. Visitors can enjoy hiking, bushwalking, and birdwatching in the nearby Dandenong Ranges National Park.
The weather in FERNTREE GULLY is generally mild, with warm summers and cool winters. The suburb receives an average of 2,100 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar panels installed in FERNTREE GULLY can produce a significant amount of energy, reducing the dependence on traditional energy sources. Solar installers in FERNTREE GULLY can help residents and businesses take advantage of the abundant sunshine and install solar panels that are optimally angled and oriented for maximum solar yield.
Installing solar energy systems in FERNTREE GULLY can provide numerous benefits, including reduced energy bills, lower carbon footprint, and increased property value. Solar power is a renewable energy source that can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. By installing solar panels, residents and businesses in FERNTREE GULLY can contribute to a more sustainable future while enjoying the economic benefits of solar power.