Solar Power Profile - Woodside Beach, VIC 3874
More than 171 homes in postcode 3874 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Woodside Beach, Cherrilong, Carrajung South, Mcloughlins Beach, Woodside and Woodside North.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 982 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 3,483 kWh per day, or 1,271 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,277.5 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $222,476.625 per year.
Woodside Beach and 3874 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 1,054.93 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 8,791,083 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3874
496th
State Wide
1947th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Woodside Beach
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Woodside Beach: Woodside (lake View) - approx. 8.5 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Woodside Beach, 3874
Woodside Beach Demographics
Woodside Beach and the postcode of 3874 has a total population of 550 people, with a median age of 58 years. There are 448 households in Woodside Beach, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.1 with a median income of 1062 per week per household.
About 49% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Woodside Beach is $1000/month. By installing solar power in Woodside Beach, the average household could save 10.65% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $91485 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 2.31% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Woodside Beach is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Woodside Beach
CARRAJUNG SOUTH is a small town located in Victoria, Australia. It is situated in the Gippsland region and is known for its beautiful natural scenery, including the nearby Tarra-Bulga National Park. The town is also home to a number of local businesses and amenities, including a post office, general store, and primary school. Visitors to CARRAJUNG SOUTH can enjoy hiking, camping, and other outdoor activities.
With an average of 2,100 hours of sunshine per year, CARRAJUNG SOUTH is an ideal location for solar power. Solar panels installed in this area can produce a significant amount of energy, reducing the need for traditional fossil fuels. Additionally, the town's location in the Gippsland region means that it is often subject to strong winds, which can help to keep solar panels cool and increase their efficiency. Local solar installers can provide information on the optimal panel angle and orientation for maximum solar yields.
By installing solar energy systems in CARRAJUNG SOUTH, residents and businesses can benefit from reduced energy costs and a smaller carbon footprint. Solar power is a renewable energy source that does not produce harmful emissions, making it an environmentally friendly choice. With the help of local solar installers, CARRAJUNG SOUTH can continue to move towards a more sustainable future.