Solar potential in Strathfieldsaye
Here's what panels on a Strathfieldsaye roof make, month by month, and what that could mean for your bill.
Updated November 2026 · Litmec Electrical, REC-10383
A 6.6 kW north-facing solar system in Strathfieldsaye makes about 9,900 kWh a year, about 4% more than Melbourne: around 36 kWh a day in midsummer and 15 kWh a day in June. East or west-facing roofs make about 88% of that.
On a $450 quarterly bill, that could save roughly $600–800 a year. Strathfieldsaye ranks 91st of the 429 places across Victoria we've modelled for solar output.
Solar output in Strathfieldsaye
- Output per kW, north
- 1,500 kWh/yr
- Output per kW, east / west
- 1,313 / 1,259
- Compared with Melbourne
- +4%
- Best month, per kW
- 5.5 kWh/day (Jan)
- Worst month, per kW
- 2.3 kWh/day (Jun)
- Council
- City of Greater Bendigo
- Postcode
- 3551
- Region
- Bendigo, Loddon and Campaspe
| System | North-facing, kWh/yr | East-facing, kWh/yr | West-facing, kWh/yr | June, kWh/day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.6 kW | 9,903 | 8,668 | 8,310 | 15.3 |
| 8 kW | 12,004 | 10,506 | 10,073 | 18.6 |
| 10 kW | 15,005 | 13,133 | 12,591 | 23.2 |
| 13.2 kW | 19,807 | 17,336 | 16,620 | 30.6 |
These figures use satellite and weather data for Strathfieldsaye from 2005 to 2023 and already allow for heat, wiring and inverter losses. They don't know your roof: shade, pitch and the faces available decide the real number. Try the roof calculator for your own direction and pitch.
Solar in Bendigo, Loddon and Campaspe
North of the Divide the climate is drier and sunnier than Melbourne, with hot summers that drive air-conditioning use exactly when panels produce most. Goldfields-era homes, postwar brick houses and fast-growing estates are all common, and many properties along the Campaspe and Murray are on acreage.
Bendigo, Loddon and Campaspe are on the Powercor network. Your distributor sets how much you can export and approves the connection; we apply for you before anything is ordered.
Hot summers, high output
Strathfieldsaye gets more sun than Melbourne, and summer air conditioning lines up with peak solar output, which is where the biggest savings come from. Panels lose a little efficiency on the hottest days, so we allow for heat in the design, leave airflow under the panels and keep inverters out of direct afternoon sun.
New estates
Newer homes in Strathfieldsaye usually have modern switchboards with room for solar. The design work is in the layout: estate roofs are often split into several smaller faces, and some estates have design guidelines for anything visible from the street.
What solar could save in Strathfieldsaye
For a home paying $450 a quarter with someone in some days, the calculator suggests a 6.6 kW system saving about $600–800 a year, or $1,000–1,400 with a 10 kWh battery. Your own bill gives a better answer: use the calculator below.
How it works with Litmec
Litmec Electrical is a registered electrical contractor based in Newport, Melbourne, and sells solar and batteries across Victoria. For homes in Strathfieldsaye we start with a free assessment: your bills, photos of your roof and switchboard, and satellite imagery. You get a written design and quote, we apply to your distributor to connect, and an accredited installer checks the site before anything is installed. Your contract and the 5-year whole-of-system warranty are with Litmec. Not sure what size you need? Try the system finder.
Nearby
- Solar in Bendigo9,891 kWh/yr from 6.6 kW
- Solar in Golden Square9,893 kWh/yr from 6.6 kW
- Solar in Kangaroo Flat9,937 kWh/yr from 6.6 kW
- Solar in Axedale9,847 kWh/yr from 6.6 kW
- Solar in Epsom10,067 kWh/yr from 6.6 kW
- Solar in Eaglehawk10,107 kWh/yr from 6.6 kW
All towns in Bendigo, Loddon and Campaspe · Solar across Victoria
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Solar in Strathfieldsaye: questions
How much power do solar panels make in Strathfieldsaye?
Each kW of north-facing panels in Strathfieldsaye makes about 1,500 kWh a year, so a 6.6 kW system makes about 9,900 kWh a year, or 27 kWh a day on average. East or west-facing panels make about 88% of that. (PVGIS satellite data.)
Is solar better in Strathfieldsaye than in Melbourne?
In the model, panels in Strathfieldsaye make about 4% more than Melbourne. Strathfieldsaye ranks 91st of the 429 Victorian locations we've modelled. Roof direction and shade still matter more than location: east or west panels cost about 15%, and a shaded roof can cost more.
Is solar worth it in Strathfieldsaye?
For most owner-occupied homes with a typical bill, yes. On a $450 quarterly bill with someone home some days, a 6.6 kW system in Strathfieldsaye could save roughly $600 to $800 a year. Bigger bills, electric heating and daytime loads save more.
Does Litmec install solar in Strathfieldsaye?
Yes. We sell, design and warrant solar and battery systems across Victoria, including Strathfieldsaye. We start with a free assessment from your bills and roof photos, and an accredited installer checks the site before installation. Your contract and 5-year warranty are with Litmec Electrical.
Who is the electricity distributor in Strathfieldsaye?
Bendigo, Loddon and Campaspe are on the Powercor network. The distributor sets export limits and approves the connection; we apply on your behalf before the system is ordered.
See what your Strathfieldsaye roof can do
Free assessment from a registered electrical contractor: your bill, your roof and your switchboard, with a written design and quote.