Solar Power Profile - Yellingbo, VIC 3139
More than 2175 homes in postcode 3139 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Yellingbo, Beenak, Don Valley, Hoddles Creek, Launching Place, Seville, Seville East, Wandin East, Wandin North and Woori Yallock.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 14,613 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 50,811 kWh per day, or 18,546 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 $3,245,552.625 per year.
Yellingbo and 3139 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 15,393.18 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 128,276,500 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 3139
107th
State Wide
592nd
Australia Wide
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Yellingbo: Seville - approx. 1.6 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Yellingbo, 3139
Yellingbo Demographics
Yellingbo and the postcode of 3139 has a total population of 13633 people, with a median age of 39 years. There are 5197 households in Yellingbo, with an average of 0.8 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.8 with a median income of 1887 per week per household.
About 84% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Yellingbo is $1820/month. By installing solar power in Yellingbo, the average household could save 6.73% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $57806 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 1.5% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Yellingbo is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Yellingbo
Beenak is a small town located in Victoria, Australia, with a population of just over 200 people. The town is situated in the Yarra Ranges and is surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, including the Yarra Ranges National Park and Mount Beenak. Visitors to the town can enjoy a range of outdoor activities, such as hiking, camping, and birdwatching.
With an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, Beenak is an ideal location for solar power. The town's location in the Yarra Ranges means that it is protected from strong winds, which can damage solar panels. Additionally, the town's high elevation means that solar panels can be installed at an optimal angle to maximise energy production. Local solar installers can help residents to design and install solar systems that are tailored to their specific needs.
By installing solar panels in Beenak, residents can benefit from reduced energy bills and a lower carbon footprint. Solar power is a clean and renewable source of energy that can help to reduce reliance on fossil fuels. Additionally, the Australian government offers a range of incentives and rebates to encourage the installation of solar panels, making it an affordable option for many households.