Solar Power Profile - Yan Yean, VIC 3755
More than 39 homes in postcode 3755 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Yan Yean.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 260 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 916 kWh per day, or 334 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,469.125 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $58,509.5 per year.
Yan Yean and 3755 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 277.22 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 2,310,167 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 3755
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Solar Power in Yan Yean
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Yan Yean: Yan Yean - approx. 2.2 km
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Yan Yean Demographics
Yan Yean and the postcode of 3755 has a total population of 225 people, with a median age of 48 years. There are 92 households in Yan Yean, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.7 with a median income of 1520 per week per household.
About 64% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Yan Yean is $2550/month. By installing solar power in Yan Yean, the average household could save 4.8% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $41258 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 1.86% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Yan Yean is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Yan Yean
Yan Yean is a small town located in Victoria, Australia. The town is situated in the outer northern suburbs of Melbourne and is known for its beautiful natural surroundings. The town is surrounded by several mountain ranges, including the Kinglake Ranges and the Yarra Ranges. These mountain ranges provide a stunning backdrop to the town and offer visitors and residents alike the opportunity to explore the great outdoors.
Yan Yean enjoys a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. The town experiences an average of 2,500 hours of sunshine per year, making it an ideal location for solar power. With the right solar panel angle and orientation, residents and businesses in Yan Yean can take advantage of the abundant sunshine to produce their own renewable energy. Solar installers in the area can help residents and businesses design and install solar energy systems that are tailored to their specific needs.
Installing solar energy systems in Yan Yean offers a range of benefits. Not only does it help to reduce reliance on fossil fuels, but it can also help to save money on energy bills. With the right solar panel placement and orientation, residents and businesses can maximise their solar yields and produce more energy than they consume. This excess energy can be fed back into the grid, allowing residents and businesses to earn credits on their energy bills. By working with local solar installers, residents and businesses in Yan Yean can take advantage of the many benefits of solar power and help to create a more sustainable future.