Solar Power Profile - Wonga Park, VIC 3115
More than 489 homes in postcode 3115 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Wonga Park.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 3,384 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 11,847 kWh per day, or 4,324 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,533 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $756,727.125 per year.
Wonga Park and 3115 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 3,588.92 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 29,907,667 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3115
310th
State Wide
1355th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Wonga Park
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Wonga Park: Yarra River @ Warrandyte - approx. 3.8 km
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Wonga Park Demographics
Wonga Park and the postcode of 3115 has a total population of 3677 people, with a median age of 45 years. There are 1279 households in Wonga Park, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 3 with a median income of 2790 per week per household.
About 89% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Wonga Park is $2300/month. By installing solar power in Wonga Park, the average household could save 5.55% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $47731 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 1.06% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Wonga Park is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Wonga Park
Wonga Park is a suburb in Victoria, located in the outer eastern part of Melbourne. The town is known for its beautiful natural surroundings, with the Yarra River running through it and the Dandenong Ranges National Park nearby. The area is also home to several vineyards and wineries, making it a popular destination for wine lovers.
With an average of 5.2 hours of sunshine per day, Wonga Park is an ideal location for solar power. The optimal angle for solar panels in this area is between 20 and 30 degrees, facing north or northwest. However, shading can be an issue in some areas, so it's important to have a professional solar installer assess your property before installation.
Installing solar energy in Wonga Park can provide many benefits, including reducing your carbon footprint, saving money on electricity bills, and increasing the value of your property. With the help of a reputable solar installer, you can take advantage of the abundant sunshine in this area and start producing your own clean, renewable energy.