Solar Power Profile - Upper Plenty, VIC 3756
More than 2363 homes in postcode 3756 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Upper Plenty, Chintin, Darraweit Guim, Hidden Valley, Wallan and Wallan East.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 13,857 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 50,162 kWh per day, or 18,309 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 $3,204,097.75 per year.
Upper Plenty and 3756 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 15,196.47 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 126,637,250 km worth of car emissions.
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Solar Power in Upper Plenty
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Upper Plenty: Upper Plenty - approx. 1.3 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Upper Plenty, 3756
Upper Plenty Demographics
Upper Plenty and the postcode of 3756 has a total population of 15118 people, with a median age of 33 years. There are 5456 households in Upper Plenty, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.9 with a median income of 1910 per week per household.
About 73% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Upper Plenty is $1733/month. By installing solar power in Upper Plenty, the average household could save 6.45% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $55429 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 1.35% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Upper Plenty is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Upper Plenty
Chintin VIC 3756 is a charming town located in the shire of Mitchell, Victoria, Australia. The town is situated in the northern part of the state and is surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes, including the stunning Macedon Ranges and the Goulburn River. Visitors to Chintin can enjoy a range of outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and camping. The town is also home to several historic buildings and landmarks, including the Chintin Railway Station and the Chintin Hotel.
Chintin enjoys a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters, making it an ideal location for solar power installation. The town receives an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, which is perfect for producing solar energy. Solar installers in Chintin can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. The town also experiences minimal shading issues, making it an excellent location for solar power production.
Installing solar energy in Chintin can provide numerous benefits, including reducing energy costs, promoting renewable energy, and reducing carbon emissions. Solar power is a clean and sustainable energy source that can help reduce the town's dependence on fossil fuels. With the help of solar installers, residents and businesses in Chintin can take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine to produce their own electricity and contribute to a more sustainable future.