Solar Power Profile - Wye River, VIC 3221
More than 487 homes in postcode 3221 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Wye River, Geelong Mc, Anakie, Barrabool, Batesford, Bellarine, Ceres, Fyansford, Gnarwarre, Grey River, Kennett River, Lovely Banks, Moolap, Moorabool, Murgheboluc, Separation Creek, Staughton Vale, Stonehaven, Sugarloaf, Wallington and Wongarra.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 1,944 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 6,573 kWh per day, or 2,399 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $830.375 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $419,850.375 per year.
Wye River and 3221 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 1,991.17 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 16,593,083 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3221
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State Wide
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Solar Power in Wye River
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Wye River: Mount Cowley - approx. 10.2 km
Featured Solar Installers Servicing Wye River
Energy Innovations Aust
Melbourne, 3000Bringing a reliable & professional approach to energy management.
Dunton Group Electrical and Solar
10 Thomson Terrace, 3936Clean Energy Council Approved Solar Retailer.
Community Solar Statistics - Wye River, 3221
Wye River Demographics
Wye River and the postcode of 3221 has a total population of 781 people, with a median age of 43 years. There are 280 households in Wye River, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 3 with a median income of 2481 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 Wye River is $2167/month. By installing solar power in Wye River, the average household could save 3.19% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $27441 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 0.64% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Wye River is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Wye River
Anakie is a small town located in the state of Victoria, Australia. It is situated approximately 70km southwest of Melbourne and is part of the City of Greater Geelong. The town is surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes, including the Brisbane Ranges National Park and the You Yangs Regional Park. These parks offer many opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, mountain biking, and rock climbing.
Anakie has a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. The town receives an average of 2,200 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar installers in Anakie can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. While shading can be an issue in some areas, a reputable solar installer can help homeowners identify and mitigate any potential issues.
The benefits of solar power in Anakie are numerous. Installing solar energy systems can help homeowners save money on their energy bills while also reducing their carbon footprint. With the Australian government's solar rebate program, the cost of installing solar panels has never been more affordable. Additionally, solar power can help reduce the town's reliance on fossil fuels and contribute to a more sustainable future for Anakie and the surrounding areas.