Energy Efficient Air Conditioning - Heywood, VIC 3304

Air Conditioning & Split Systems - Heywood, VIC 3304

Welcome to the air conditioning guide for Heywood, located in postcode 3304. Using the nearest weather station data from HEYWOOD FORESTRY at an elevation of 27 metres above sea level, which commenced operations in 1949 and the latest recorded data in 2009, we can measure the temperature fluctuations that will affect the heating and cooling requirements of your home.

Heywood experiences summers that have reached up to 43.4 degrees C and winters that have been as cold as -5 degrees C, showcasing the need for versatile HVAC systems. In January, temperatures often there are on average 5.1 days over 30 degrees C, while July sees an average of 4.9 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 72% at 9am and 53% 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, Heywood experiences wind speeds of up to 12.9 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 Heywood

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

Heywood 3304

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Extremely Hot Days (10% of the time)

Heywood 3304

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

Heywood 3304

9am Relative Humidity
3pm Relative Humidity
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Average Relative Humidity

Heywood 3304

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

Heywood 3304

Featured Air Conditioning Installers Servicing Heywood

West Fridge

West Fridge

100 Caramut Rd, 3280

Stay comfortable all year round with West Fridge

Pat J & LM Walsh

Pat J & LM Walsh

25 Mckiernan Rd, 3280

Stay comfortable all year round

Leahys Home Living

Leahys Home Living

227 Koroit St, 3280

Stay cozy with Leahys Home Living

Turland Bros

Turland Bros

541` Raglan Parade, 3280

Stay warm, stay cool, with Turland Bros!

Air Conditioning & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Heywood
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Heywood: Heywood Forestry - approx. 1.3 km

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

Heywood 3304

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Heywood

Urban Renewables

Urban Renewables

40 Jamieson Street, 3280

Smart solar energy.

Solargain Warrnambool

Solargain Warrnambool

13 Strong Street, 3280

Power your home with the sun's energy

Keppel Prince Engineering

Keppel Prince Engineering

184 Darts Road, 3305

Building a Sustainable Future

Leahy's Electrical Services

Leahy's Electrical Services

6 Scott Street, 3280

Powering Southwest Victoria with Quality Electrical Solutions

Community Air Conditioning Statistics - Heywood, 3304

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Avg Summer Temperature (3pm)

22°C

Avg Summer Temperature (3pm)

Our calculation for Average Summer Temperature at 3pm in Heywood uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Heywood Forestry), which is at an elevation of 27 metres above sea level and started operating in 1949 with the latest data recorded in 2009, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Heywood’s Summer months.

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Avg Days Over 30°C

21 days/per year

Avg Days Over 30°C

Our calculation for Average Days Over 30°C in Heywood uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Heywood Forestry), which is at an elevation of 27 metres above sea level and started operating in 1949 with the latest data recorded in 2009, which we've aggregated into the average for the number of days in the year the temperature for Heywood will be over 30 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity (3pm)

53%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity (3pm)

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 3pm in Heywood uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Heywood Forestry), which is at an elevation of 27 metres above sea level and started operating in 1949 with the latest data recorded in 2009, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Heywood’s Summer months in the afternoon.

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Total Number Of Homes

1,012

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 3304 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 3304 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 456.25 average yearly saving worth of retail value electricity that could be achieved for each home in 3304, 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 Heywood, 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

1,720 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 1825kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 3304, 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 Heywood, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

5,480 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3304 each day if all 1117 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 Heywood, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$1,291 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 1117 each day if all Heywood 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 Heywood, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$509,526 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3304 each year if all 1117 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 Heywood, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

1,587 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3304 each year if all 1117 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 VIC, which is used to highlight the amount of carbon pollution that is instead saved by postcode 3304 by switching to a more energy-efficient air conditioning split system for cooling.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

23,583 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3304 each year if all 1117 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 VIC, 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

14,099,786 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3304 each year if all 1117 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 VIC, 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

Heywood and the postcode of 3304 has a total 1117 occupied dwellings. Of these dwellings in Heywood 1078 are houses, 25 are semi-detached or townhouses, and 3 are flats or apartments. We see that homes of 4 or more bedrooms in size are 25% of all dwellings, while 3 bedroom homes are 55%, and 2 or fewer bedroom dwellings are 18%. 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 2.2 number of people per household and with 79% of properties mortgaged or owned outright in 3304, 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 Heywood

Heywood VIC 3304 experiences a temperate climate with warm summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature in Heywood is around 15 degrees Celsius. The hottest month in Heywood is typically January, with an average maximum temperature of 26 degrees Celsius. The coolest month is usually July, with an average maximum temperature of 14 degrees Celsius.

Given the warm summers in Heywood, cooling requirements are essential for maintaining comfort in homes and businesses. One popular solution is split system air-conditioning, which provides efficient cooling and heating options. Split systems are ideal for Heywood's climate as they allow for individual control of temperature in different rooms, ensuring optimal comfort throughout the year.

When considering cooling options for Heywood, it's worth exploring the benefits of using solar power to run air-conditioning units. Solar-powered split systems not only reduce electricity bills but also contribute to a cleaner and more sustainable environment. Local aircon service and installation businesses in Heywood can provide expert advice and assistance in choosing the right cooling solution and integrating solar power for efficient and eco-friendly cooling.

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