Energy Efficient Air Conditioning - Palmvale, NSW 2484

Air Conditioning & Split Systems - Palmvale, NSW 2484

Welcome to the air conditioning guide for Palmvale, located in postcode 2484. Using the nearest weather station data from MURWILLUMBAH (BRAY PARK) at an elevation of 8 metres above sea level, which commenced operations in 1972 and the latest recorded data in 2023, we can measure the temperature fluctuations that will affect the heating and cooling requirements of your home.

Palmvale experiences summers that have reached up to 42.9 degrees C and winters that have been as cold as -1.4 degrees C, showcasing the need for versatile HVAC systems. In January, temperatures often there are on average 12.9 days over 30 degrees C, while July sees an average of 0.8 days less than 2 degrees C. These fluctuations underscore the importance of a reliable air conditioning service that can handle both extremes.

In the hotter months, we notice an average humidity level around 79% at 9am and 62% at 3pm, which can significantly impact home comfort on hot days. So a well-rounded Aircon system won't just keep your home cool, it will also help manage these humidity levels. Additionally, Palmvale experiences wind speeds of up to 7 km/h, making a smart HVAC system, Split System Air Conditioner, Evaporative Cooler, or Ducted Air Conditioning that can adjust to external factors an excellent investment.

Temperature & Weather in Palmvale

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

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Extremely Hot Days (10% of the time)

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Avg Days Over 30°C
Avg Days Over 35°C
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Average Number of Hot Days

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9am Relative Humidity
3pm Relative Humidity
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Average Relative Humidity

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3 Star Energy Rating
5 Star Energy Rating
7 Star Energy Rating
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Est Daily Split System Cooling Energy Consumption (kW)

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Featured Air Conditioning Installers Servicing Palmvale

Hundy Electrical

2/10 Russell Ct, 4220

Provides quality electrical installations with over 14 years.

Clark Air Conditioning Refrigeration

26 Broad, 4215

Stay comfortable all year round

Coastline Air and Electrical

2 3 / 9 Lawrence Drive, 4211

Experience comfort with Coastline Air and Electrical

CNS AIR CONDITIONING

Unit 2/3 Bayside Way, 2483

Your Comfort, Our Expertise

Air Conditioning & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Palmvale
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Palmvale: Murwillumbah (bray Park) - approx. 7.5 km

Split System 5 Star
6kW Solar System
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Est Daily Split System Cooling Offset By Solar Power

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Featured Solar Installers Servicing Palmvale

GFE Group

Suite 8/43 Tallebudgera Creek Road, 4220

Energy saving solutions.

SJB Electrical & Solar

44 Yangoora Crescent, 4214

Over 10 Years Experience.

Chris Elec Solar

3 Fortitude Crescent, 4220

40 years of residential & commercial electrical.

Energy Solution Centre

19 Price Street, 4211

Gold Coast #1 for all solar & battery solutions.

Community Air Conditioning Statistics - Palmvale, 2484

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Avg Summer Temperature (3pm)

28°C

Avg Summer Temperature (3pm)

Our calculation for Average Summer Temperature at 3pm in Palmvale uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Murwillumbah (bray Park)), which is at an elevation of 8 metres above sea level and started operating in 1972 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Palmvale’s Summer months.

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Avg Days Over 30°C

56 days/per year

Avg Days Over 30°C

Our calculation for Average Days Over 30°C in Palmvale uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Murwillumbah (bray Park)), which is at an elevation of 8 metres above sea level and started operating in 1972 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into the average for the number of days in the year the temperature for Palmvale will be over 30 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity (3pm)

62%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity (3pm)

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 3pm in Palmvale uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Murwillumbah (bray Park)), which is at an elevation of 8 metres above sea level and started operating in 1972 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Palmvale’s Summer months in the afternoon.

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Total Number Of Homes

7,132

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 2484 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 2484 include Separate houses, Semi-detached, row or terrace houses, townhouses, flats or apartments, and other dwelling types, which we have combined into a single number called homes.

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Retail Value of Electricity Saved

$727 yr/per home

Retail Value of Electricity Saved

This calculation illustrates a 730 average yearly saving worth of retail value electricity that could be achieved for each home in 2484, due to an energy-efficient 7-star air conditioning split system compared to a less efficient 3-star air conditioning split system. This average yearly saving per home includes Bureau of Meteorology climate, humidity and temperature data for Palmvale, assumptions about the homes in this location, and estimates an average electricity rate of 25 cents per kWh throughout this period.

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Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

2,802 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 2920kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 2484, due to the improved energy efficiency of a 7-star rated air conditioning system when compared to a less efficient 3-star air conditioning split system. The total kilowatts saved by each home on average includes Bureau of Meteorology climate, humidity and temperature data for Palmvale, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

57,882 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 2484 each day if all 7250 homes used a 7-star efficient split system when compared to a 3-star efficient system. This valuation includes Bureau of Meteorology climate, humidity and temperature data for Palmvale, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$14,382 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 7250 each day if all Palmvale homes used a 7-star efficient split system when compared to a 3-star efficient system, multiplied by an estimated average electricity rate of 25 cents per kWh. This valuation includes Bureau of Meteorology climate, humidity and temperature data for Palmvale, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$5,292,382 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 2484 each year if all 7250 homes used a 7-star efficient split system when compared to a 3-star efficient system, multiplied by an estimated average electricity rate of 25 cents per kWh. This valuation includes Bureau of Meteorology climate, humidity and temperature data for Palmvale, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

15,337 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 2484 each year if all 7250 homes used a 7-star efficient split system when compared to a 3-star efficient system. This electricity saving is then multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in NSW, which is used to highlight the amount of carbon pollution that is instead saved by postcode 2484 by switching to a more energy-efficient air conditioning split system for cooling.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

216,240 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 2484 each year if all 7250 homes used a 7-star efficient split system when compared to a 3-star efficient system. This electricity saving is then multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in NSW, then converted to the equivalent number of mature trees capturing and sequestering carbon dioxide pollution equal to the amount of CO2 saved (14 trees per tonne of CO2). So this number gives us a different way of understanding the environmental benefits of higher energy star split system air conditioning because of improved energy efficiency.

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Car Emissions Equivalent

128,781,632 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 2484 each year if all 7250 homes used a 7-star efficient split system when compared to a 3-star efficient system. This electricity saving is then multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in NSW, then converted to the equivalent number of kilometres driven worth of car emissions driven by an average car equal to the amount of CO2 saved (120g of CO2 per km driven). So this number gives us a different way of understanding the environmental benefits of higher energy star split system air conditioning because of improved energy efficiency.

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Demographics

Palmvale and the postcode of 2484 has a total 7250 occupied dwellings. Of these dwellings in Palmvale 6393 are houses, 237 are semi-detached or townhouses, and 515 are flats or apartments. We see that homes of 4 or more bedrooms in size are 32% of all dwellings, while 3 bedroom homes are 42%, and 2 or fewer bedroom dwellings are 25%. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics 2% of census results did not specify the number of bedrooms

Typically we see that the bigger the home, then the more it costs to heat and cool, and with 2.5 number of people per household and with 73% of properties mortgaged or owned outright in 2484, investing in energy-efficient air conditioning will make a significant difference to energy savings here.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Palmvale

Palmvale NSW 2484 is a picturesque town located in the northern rivers region of New South Wales, Australia. The town experiences a subtropical climate with mild winters and warm summers, making it an ideal location for outdoor activities all year round.

The average maximum temperature in Palmvale varies throughout the year. In summer months, from December to February, temperatures can reach up to 30 degrees Celsius, making it essential for residents to have reliable cooling systems in place. The hottest month in Palmvale is typically January, with an average maximum temperature of around 31 degrees Celsius.

When it comes to cooling requirements, local aircon service and installation businesses in Palmvale offer a range of solutions to keep residents comfortable during the warmer months. Split system air conditioning is a popular choice in the area, providing efficient cooling while also offering the option of heating during the cooler winter months. Additionally, with the abundance of sunlight in Palmvale, residents can consider harnessing solar power to run their air conditioning units, reducing energy costs and environmental impact.

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