Energy Efficient Air Conditioning - Sunbury, VIC 3429

Air Conditioning & Split Systems - Sunbury, VIC 3429

Welcome to the air conditioning guide for Sunbury, located in postcode 3429. Using the nearest weather station data from MELBOURNE AIRPORT at an elevation of 113 metres above sea level, which commenced operations in 1970 and the latest recorded data in 2023, we can measure the temperature fluctuations that will affect the heating and cooling requirements of your home.

Sunbury experiences summers that have reached up to 46.8 degrees C and winters that have been as cold as -2.5 degrees C, showcasing the need for versatile HVAC systems. In January, temperatures often there are on average 8.8 days over 30 degrees C, while July sees an average of 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 65% at 9am and 44% 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, Sunbury experiences wind speeds of up to 18.5 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 Sunbury

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

Sunbury 3429

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Extremely Hot Days (10% of the time)

Sunbury 3429

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

Sunbury 3429

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 Sunbury

Storm Electrical Solutions

Storm Electrical Solutions

61B Hansen Street, 3025

Storm electrical solutions.

Too Hot Climate Systems

Too Hot Climate Systems

3 Perkin Court, 3175

Comfort and Quality, Delivered with Care

Plumbzall Pty Ltd

Plumbzall Pty Ltd

4 Bundoran Ct, 3429

Quality Plumbing Services You Can Trust

Sharpie the Sparkie

Sharpie the Sparkie

Ringwood, 3134

Quality tradesmen for your electrical & air conditioning needs

Air Conditioning & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Sunbury
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Sunbury: Melbourne Airport - approx. 2.5 km

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

Sunbury 3429

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Sunbury

Jet Solar

Jet Solar

13/5 Enterprise Drive, 3178

Victoria's highest rated solar installer.

Pacific Solar

Pacific Solar

1 Hewitt Street, 3192

Unleash the power of commercial solar.

Zing Solar Vic

Zing Solar Vic

2 Main Street, 3030

100% Australian based

Solar Run Keysborough

Solar Run Keysborough

35 Pacific Drive, 3173

Australia’s preferred solar company making installation simple.

Community Air Conditioning Statistics - Sunbury, 3429

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Avg Summer Temperature (3pm)

24°C

Avg Summer Temperature (3pm)

Our calculation for Average Summer Temperature at 3pm in Sunbury uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Melbourne Airport), which is at an elevation of 113 metres above sea level and started operating in 1970 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Sunbury’s Summer months.

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Avg Days Over 30°C

33 days/per year

Avg Days Over 30°C

Our calculation for Average Days Over 30°C in Sunbury uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Melbourne Airport), which is at an elevation of 113 metres above sea level and started operating in 1970 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 Sunbury will be over 30 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity (3pm)

44%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity (3pm)

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 3pm in Sunbury uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Melbourne Airport), which is at an elevation of 113 metres above sea level and started operating in 1970 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Sunbury’s Summer months in the afternoon.

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Total Number Of Homes

14,180

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 3429 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 3429 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

$456 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 3429, 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 Sunbury, 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

1,823 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 1825kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 3429, 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 Sunbury, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

70,908 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3429 each day if all 14182 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 Sunbury, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$17,726 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 14182 each day if all Sunbury 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 Sunbury, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$6,470,536 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3429 each year if all 14182 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 Sunbury, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

21,480 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3429 each year if all 14182 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 3429 by switching to a more energy-efficient air conditioning split system for cooling.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

300,749 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3429 each year if all 14182 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

179,019,384 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3429 each year if all 14182 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

Sunbury and the postcode of 3429 has a total 14182 occupied dwellings. Of these dwellings in Sunbury 12563 are houses, 580 are semi-detached or townhouses, and 1033 are flats or apartments. We see that homes of 4 or more bedrooms in size are 45% of all dwellings, while 3 bedroom homes are 44%, and 2 or fewer bedroom dwellings are 10%. 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 2.6 number of people per household and with 78% of properties mortgaged or owned outright in 3429, 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 Sunbury

Sunbury is a charming suburb located in Victoria, Australia. Known for its pleasant weather, Sunbury experiences a temperate climate with warm summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature in Sunbury is around 17 degrees Celsius. The hottest month in Sunbury is typically January, with average maximum temperatures reaching around 26 degrees Celsius.

With the warm climate in Sunbury, cooling solutions are essential for residents. One popular option is split system cooling, which provides efficient and effective cooling for homes and businesses. Split systems offer the advantage of individual temperature control for different rooms, ensuring optimal comfort. Additionally, they are energy-efficient, making them a cost-effective choice for cooling in Sunbury.

Considering the increasing focus on sustainability, solar-powered split system air conditioners are gaining popularity in Sunbury. By harnessing the power of the sun, these units can significantly reduce electricity consumption and carbon footprint. Local aircon service and installation businesses in Sunbury can provide expert advice and assistance in choosing the right split system cooling solution and incorporating solar power for maximum energy efficiency.

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