Energy Efficient Air Conditioning - Carcuma, SA 5301

Air Conditioning & Split Systems - Carcuma, SA 5301

Welcome to the air conditioning guide for Carcuma, located in postcode 5301. Using the nearest weather station data from LAMEROO at an elevation of 99 metres above sea level, which commenced operations in 1899 and the latest recorded data in 2015, we can measure the temperature fluctuations that will affect the heating and cooling requirements of your home.

Carcuma experiences summers that have reached up to 47.9 degrees C and winters that have been as cold as -3.9 degrees C, showcasing the need for versatile HVAC systems. In January, temperatures often there are on average 16.4 days over 30 degrees C, while July sees an average of 5.4 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 53% at 9am and 30% 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, Carcuma experiences wind speeds of up to 14.3 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 Carcuma

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

Carcuma 5301

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Extremely Hot Days (10% of the time)

Carcuma 5301

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

Carcuma 5301

9am Relative Humidity
3pm Relative Humidity
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Average Relative Humidity

Carcuma 5301

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

Carcuma 5301

Air Conditioning & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Carcuma
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Carcuma: Lameroo - approx. 12.6 km

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

Carcuma 5301

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Community Air Conditioning Statistics - Carcuma, 5301

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Avg Summer Temperature (3pm)

28°C

Avg Summer Temperature (3pm)

Our calculation for Average Summer Temperature at 3pm in Carcuma uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Lameroo), which is at an elevation of 99 metres above sea level and started operating in 1899 with the latest data recorded in 2015, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Carcuma’s Summer months.

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Avg Days Over 30°C

67 days/per year

Avg Days Over 30°C

Our calculation for Average Days Over 30°C in Carcuma uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Lameroo), which is at an elevation of 99 metres above sea level and started operating in 1899 with the latest data recorded in 2015, which we've aggregated into the average for the number of days in the year the temperature for Carcuma will be over 30 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity (3pm)

31%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity (3pm)

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 3pm in Carcuma uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Lameroo), which is at an elevation of 99 metres above sea level and started operating in 1899 with the latest data recorded in 2015, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Carcuma’s Summer months in the afternoon.

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Total Number Of Homes

202

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 5301 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 5301 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

$806 yr/per home

Retail Value of Electricity Saved

This calculation illustrates a 821.25 average yearly saving worth of retail value electricity that could be achieved for each home in 5301, 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 Carcuma, 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

3,119 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 3285kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 5301, 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 Carcuma, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

1,688 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 5301 each day if all 206 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 Carcuma, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$455 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 206 each day if all Carcuma 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 Carcuma, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$169,011 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 5301 each year if all 206 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 Carcuma, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

153 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 5301 each year if all 206 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 SA, which is used to highlight the amount of carbon pollution that is instead saved by postcode 5301 by switching to a more energy-efficient air conditioning split system for cooling.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

2,013 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 5301 each year if all 206 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 SA, 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

1,296,810 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 5301 each year if all 206 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 SA, 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

Carcuma and the postcode of 5301 has a total 206 occupied dwellings. Of these dwellings in Carcuma 205 are houses, 0 are semi-detached or townhouses, and 0 are flats or apartments. We see that homes of 4 or more bedrooms in size are 33% of all dwellings, while 3 bedroom homes are 44%, and 2 or fewer bedroom dwellings are 17%. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics 1% 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 2.3 number of people per household and with 73% of properties mortgaged or owned outright in 5301, 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 Carcuma

Carcuma SA 5301 experiences a Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. The average maximum temperature ranges from 25°C in spring to 38°C in summer, making it essential to have a reliable cooling system in place.

The hottest months in Carcuma are typically December and January, with average maximum temperatures reaching 38°C. This intense heat can be uncomfortable and even dangerous without proper cooling solutions.

One of the most effective cooling options for Carcuma is split system air conditioning. These systems provide efficient cooling for individual rooms or larger spaces, allowing residents to control the temperature to their preference. Additionally, split systems are energy-efficient and can be powered by solar energy, reducing both environmental impact and electricity costs.

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