Solar Power Profile - Watchem, VIC 3482
More than 51 homes in postcode 3482 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Watchem, Massey, Morton Plains, Warmur and Watchem West.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 516 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 2,150 kWh per day, or 785 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $2,682.75 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $137,331.25 per year.
Watchem and 3482 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 651.55 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 5,429,583 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3482
574th
State Wide
2185th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Watchem
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Watchem: Watchem - approx. 739 m
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Community Solar Statistics - Watchem, 3482
Watchem Demographics
Watchem and the postcode of 3482 has a total population of 157 people, with a median age of 54 years. There are 102 households in Watchem, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.3 with a median income of 1166 per week per household.
About 50% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Watchem is $417/month. By installing solar power in Watchem, the average household could save 53.61% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $460714 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 4.42% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Watchem is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Watchem
MASSEY VIC 3482 is a charming town located in Victoria, Australia. The town is situated in the heart of the Wimmera region, surrounded by beautiful landscapes and stunning mountain ranges such as the Grampians and Mount Arapiles. The town is known for its warm and welcoming community, making it a great place to live or visit.
With over 300 sunny days per year, MASSEY VIC 3482 is an ideal location for solar power. The town's abundant sunshine hours make it a perfect place for solar panel installation. Solar installers in the area can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. Additionally, the town's low shading issues make it an excellent place for solar power production.
The benefits of solar power in MASSEY VIC 3482 are numerous. Solar energy is a renewable energy source that helps to reduce carbon emissions and create a more sustainable future. Installing solar panels can also help homeowners and businesses save money on their energy bills. With the support of local solar installers, MASSEY VIC 3482 can continue to lead the way in renewable energy production and contribute to a cleaner environment.