Energy Efficient Air Conditioning - Swede Flat, SA 5270

Air Conditioning & Split Systems - Swede Flat, SA 5270

Welcome to the air conditioning guide for Swede Flat, located in postcode 5270. Using the nearest weather station data from PADTHAWAY at an elevation of 37 metres above sea level, which commenced operations in 1977 and the latest recorded data in 2002, we can measure the temperature fluctuations that will affect the heating and cooling requirements of your home.

Swede Flat experiences summers that have reached up to 44 degrees C and winters that have been as cold as -3.7 degrees C, showcasing the need for versatile HVAC systems. In January, temperatures often there are on average 10.8 days over 30 degrees C, while July sees an average of 5.3 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 68% at 9am and 42% 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, Swede Flat experiences wind speeds of up to 15.1 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 Swede Flat

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

Swede Flat 5270

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Extremely Hot Days (10% of the time)

Swede Flat 5270

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)

Swede Flat 5270

Featured Air Conditioning Installers Servicing Swede Flat

O'Brien Electrical Air Conditioning Keith

9 Makin Street, 5267

Stay comfortable all year round with O'Brien Electrical

Air Conditioning & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Swede Flat
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Swede Flat: Padthaway - approx. 9.8 km

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

Swede Flat 5270

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Swede Flat

Bordertown Pumps & Refrigeration

57 57, McLellan Road, 5268

Your one-stop solution for all your electrical, refrigeration, and solar needs!

Community Air Conditioning Statistics - Swede Flat, 5270

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Avg Summer Temperature (3pm)

18°C

Avg Summer Temperature (3pm)

Our calculation for Average Summer Temperature at 3pm in Swede Flat uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Padthaway), which is at an elevation of 37 metres above sea level and started operating in 1977 with the latest data recorded in 2002, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Swede Flat’s Summer months.

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Avg Days Over 30°C

32 days/per year

Avg Days Over 30°C

Our calculation for Average Days Over 30°C in Swede Flat uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Padthaway), which is at an elevation of 37 metres above sea level and started operating in 1977 with the latest data recorded in 2002, which we've aggregated into the average for the number of days in the year the temperature for Swede Flat will be over 30 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity (3pm)

29%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity (3pm)

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 3pm in Swede Flat uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Padthaway), which is at an elevation of 37 metres above sea level and started operating in 1977 with the latest data recorded in 2002, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Swede Flat’s Summer months in the afternoon.

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Total Number Of Homes

160

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 5270 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 5270 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

$449 yr/per home

Retail Value of Electricity Saved

This calculation illustrates a 638.75 average yearly saving worth of retail value electricity that could be achieved for each home in 5270, 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 Swede Flat, 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

777 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 2555kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 5270, 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 Swede Flat, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

439 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 5270 each day if all 227 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 Swede Flat, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$279 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 227 each day if all Swede Flat 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 Swede Flat, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$50,618 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 5270 each year if all 227 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 Swede Flat, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

89 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 5270 each year if all 227 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 5270 by switching to a more energy-efficient air conditioning split system for cooling.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

486 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 5270 each year if all 227 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

351,833 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 5270 each year if all 227 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

Swede Flat and the postcode of 5270 has a total 227 occupied dwellings. Of these dwellings in Swede Flat 227 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 42% of all dwellings, while 3 bedroom homes are 44%, and 2 or fewer bedroom dwellings are 8%. 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 2.5 number of people per household and with 82% of properties mortgaged or owned outright in 5270, 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 Swede Flat

Swede Flat SA 5270 experiences a Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. The average annual temperature in Swede Flat is around 18 degrees Celsius, making it a comfortable place to live throughout the year.

The hottest month in Swede Flat is typically January, with average maximum temperatures reaching around 30 degrees Celsius. During the summer months of December to February, temperatures often exceed 35 degrees Celsius, making efficient cooling systems a necessity for residents.

When it comes to cooling requirements, split system air-conditioning units are an ideal choice for Swede Flat. These systems provide efficient cooling and can be easily installed in individual rooms or throughout the entire house. Additionally, split systems offer the advantage of being able to provide both cooling and heating, making them suitable for year-round use. With the possibility of using solar power to power the unit, residents can enjoy the benefits of lower energy costs and reduced environmental impact.

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