Solar Power Profile - Yinnar, VIC 3869
More than 359 homes in postcode 3869 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Yinnar, Jumbuk and Yinnar South.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 2,044 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 7,108 kWh per day, or 2,594 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 $454,023.5 per year.
Yinnar and 3869 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 2,153.02 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 17,941,833 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3869
394th
State Wide
1613rd
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Yinnar
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Yinnar: Churchill - approx. 8.2 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Yinnar, 3869
Yinnar Demographics
Yinnar and the postcode of 3869 has a total population of 1624 people, with a median age of 43 years. There are 711 households in Yinnar, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.5 with a median income of 1676 per week per household.
About 80% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Yinnar is $1419/month. By installing solar power in Yinnar, the average household could save 7.5% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $64471 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 1.47% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Yinnar is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Yinnar
Yinnar is a small town located in the Latrobe Valley, Victoria, Australia. The town is known for its rich history in the timber industry and is surrounded by beautiful mountain ranges such as the Strzelecki Ranges and Tarra-Bulga National Park. Yinnar is an ideal location for solar power as it receives an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it a great place to install solar panels and harness the power of the sun.
Aside from its natural beauty, Yinnar also boasts a number of attractions such as the Yinnar Community Hotel, the Yinnar and District Memorial Hall, and the Yinnar Primary School. The town is also home to a number of solar installers who can help residents and businesses make the switch to renewable energy.
Installing solar panels in Yinnar can provide a number of benefits, including reducing electricity bills, reducing carbon emissions, and increasing the value of your property. Solar panels in Yinnar should be installed at an optimal angle and orientation to ensure maximum exposure to the sun. Potential shading issues should also be taken into consideration when installing solar panels. Overall, Yinnar is a great location for solar power and offers many opportunities for residents and businesses to make the switch to renewable energy.