Solar Power Profile - Watergardens, VIC 3038
More than 2863 homes in postcode 3038 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Watergardens, Keilor Downs, Keilor Lodge and Taylors Lakes.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 15,363 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 54,884 kWh per day, or 20,033 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 $3,505,715.5 per year.
Watergardens and 3038 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 16,627.39 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 138,561,583 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3038
71st
State Wide
448th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Watergardens
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Watergardens: Sydenham - approx. 896 m
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Watergardens Demographics
Watergardens and the postcode of 3038 has a total population of 25854 people, with a median age of 44 years. There are 9300 households in Watergardens, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.9 with a median income of 1922 per week per household.
About 80% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Watergardens is $1800/month. By installing solar power in Watergardens, the average household could save 5.62% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $48284 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 1.21% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Watergardens is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Watergardens
Keilor Downs is a suburb located in the north-west of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. It is situated 17 kilometers away from Melbourne's central business district and has a population of approximately 14,000 people. The suburb is known for its quiet and peaceful residential areas, with a mix of both modern and traditional houses. Keilor Downs is also home to several parks and reserves, including Green Gully Reserve and Keilor Lodge Reserve, which provide ample opportunities for outdoor activities and relaxation.
Keilor Downs enjoys a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. The suburb receives an average of 2,200 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal location for solar power generation. Solar panels installed in Keilor Downs can produce an average of 4.2 kWh of electricity per day, with a peak output of 6.6 kWh during the summer months. Solar installers in Keilor Downs can help homeowners and businesses design and install solar power systems that are optimised for the local weather conditions and solar panel orientation, ensuring maximum energy yields and savings on electricity bills.
Installing solar power systems in Keilor Downs can provide numerous benefits, including reduced electricity bills, increased property values, and lower carbon emissions. Homeowners and businesses can also take advantage of government incentives and rebates to offset the installation costs and accelerate the return on investment. By choosing solar power, Keilor Downs residents can contribute to a cleaner and more sustainable future while enjoying the financial and environmental benefits of renewable energy.