Solar Power Profile - Wilsons Hill, VIC 3515
More than 475 homes in postcode 3515 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Wilsons Hill, Marong and Shelbourne.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 3,072 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 12,511 kWh per day, or 4,567 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,660.75 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $799,140.125 per year.
Wilsons Hill and 3515 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 3,790.61 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 31,588,417 km worth of car emissions.
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Solar Power in Wilsons Hill
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Wilsons Hill: Woodstock-on-loddon (alexandra Park) - approx. 11.7 km
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Wilsons Hill Demographics
Wilsons Hill and the postcode of 3515 has a total population of 2401 people, with a median age of 33 years. There are 880 households in Wilsons Hill, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.9 with a median income of 1947 per week per household.
About 83% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Wilsons Hill is $1539/month. By installing solar power in Wilsons Hill, the average household could save 8.99% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $77278 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 1.64% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Wilsons Hill is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Wilsons Hill
MARONG VIC 3515 is a charming town located in the Loddon Mallee region of Victoria, Australia. The town is situated approximately 16 kilometres west of Bendigo and has a population of around 1,500 people. MARONG is known for its picturesque countryside, including the Marong Mountain Range, which offers stunning views of the surrounding area.
The weather in MARONG is typical of the region, with hot summers and cool winters. The town enjoys an average of 6.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. With the help of solar installers, residents and businesses in MARONG can take advantage of the town's abundant sunshine to generate clean, renewable energy. By installing solar panels at the optimal angle and orientation, it is possible to maximise solar yields and reduce energy bills.
There are many benefits to producing solar power in MARONG. Not only does it help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change, but it can also save residents and businesses money on their energy bills. With the cost of solar panels continuing to fall, there has never been a better time to invest in solar energy. By working with reputable solar installers in the area, residents and businesses can take advantage of the many benefits of solar power and help to create a more sustainable future for MARONG and the wider community.