Energy Efficient Air Conditioning - Milltown, VIC 3304

Air Conditioning & Split Systems - Milltown, VIC 3304

Welcome to the air conditioning guide for Milltown, 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.

Milltown 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, Milltown 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 Milltown

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

Milltown 3304

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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 Milltown

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 Milltown
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Milltown: Heywood Forestry - approx. 10.2 km

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

Milltown 3304

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Milltown

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 - Milltown, 3304

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Avg Summer Temperature (3pm)

19°C

Avg Summer Temperature (3pm)

Our calculation for Average Summer Temperature at 3pm in Milltown 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 Milltown’s Summer months.

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Avg Days Over 30°C

18 days/per year

Avg Days Over 30°C

Our calculation for Average Days Over 30°C in Milltown 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 Milltown will be over 30 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity (3pm)

48%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity (3pm)

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 3pm in Milltown 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 Milltown’s Summer months in the afternoon.

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Total Number Of Homes

470

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

$396 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 Milltown, 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

870 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 Milltown, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

3,063 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 Milltown, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$620 /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 Milltown 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 Milltown, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$297,074 /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 Milltown, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

793 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

13,623 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

8,224,272 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

Milltown and the postcode of 3304 has a total 1117 occupied dwellings. Of these dwellings in Milltown 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 Milltown

Milltown VIC 3304 experiences a temperate climate with mild summers and cool winters. The average annual temperature in Milltown is around 15 degrees Celsius. The hottest month is typically January, with an average maximum temperature of 26 degrees Celsius, while the coldest month is July, with an average maximum temperature of 13 degrees Celsius.

With the warmest month reaching temperatures of 26 degrees Celsius, Milltown residents often require efficient cooling solutions to stay comfortable during the summer months. Split system air-conditioning units are an ideal choice for cooling homes and offices in Milltown. These systems provide effective cooling while offering energy efficiency and quiet operation. Local aircon service and installation businesses in Milltown can help residents select the right split system air-conditioning unit for their specific cooling needs.

Additionally, Milltown's sunny climate presents an opportunity to harness solar power for running split system air-conditioning units. By installing solar panels, residents can not only reduce their carbon footprint but also enjoy the benefits of lower energy costs. Local aircon businesses in Milltown can provide expert advice on integrating solar power with split system air-conditioning units, ensuring sustainable and cost-effective cooling solutions for the community.

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