Energy Efficient Heating - Oaks Estate, ACT 2620

Heating & Split Systems - Oaks Estate, ACT 2620

Welcome to the heating guide for Oaks Estate, situated in postcode 2620. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (CANBERRA AIRPORT COMPARISON) at an elevation of 578 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1939 with the latest data recorded in 2010, we can analyse the temperature trends crucial for your home's heating needs.

In this region, winters have recorded temperatures as low as -10 degrees C, highlighting the necessity for energy-efficient heating systems. During these colder months (June, Juily and August), we see an average minimum temperature of 0.6 degreees celcius, while the average humidity level at 9 am is around 82.7% and 56.7% at 3 pm for this period. Together this can significantly affect the comfort levels in your home, making a comprehensive heating system essential not just for warmth but also for managing indoor humidity levels. Additionally, with wind gusts reaching up to 128 km/h in Oaks Estate, a robust HVAC system, including options like energy-efficient electric heaters, gas heating or ducted heating, or a more complex hydronic or ducted heating systems, becomes a valuable investment for maintaining a comfortable indoor environment.

Temperature & Weather in Oaks Estate

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

Oaks Estate 2620

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Cold Days (10% of the time)

Oaks Estate 2620

Mean days less than 2°C
Mean days less than 0°C
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Average Number Of Extremely Cold Days

Oaks Estate 2620

9am Relative Humidity
3pm Relative Humidity
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Average Relative Humidity

Oaks Estate 2620

Split system 3 star
Split System 5 star
Split System 7 star
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Estimated daily split system cooling energy consumption

Oaks Estate 2620

Featured Heating Installers Servicing Oaks Estate

Voltair Airconditioning

Voltair Airconditioning

2/54 Weedon Close, 2617

Experience comfort, efficiency, and reliability with Voltair Airconditioning

Complete HVAC

Complete HVAC

156 Gilmore Rd, 2620

Stay comfortable all year round with Complete HVAC

Valley Airconditioning

Valley Airconditioning

4 Lascelles Cct, 2902

Stay comfortable all year round

AirConditioning Canberra

AirConditioning Canberra

1 /48, Hoskins Street, 2911

Stay comfortable in any season

Heating & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Oaks Estate
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Oaks Estate: Canberra Airport Comparison - approx. 1.6 km

Split System 5 star
6kW Solar System
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Est Daily Split System Heating Offset By Solar Power

Oaks Estate 2620

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Oaks Estate

Select Electrical & Solar Solutions

Select Electrical & Solar Solutions

1 42, 2609

Clean Energy Council Approved Solar Retailer.

Astra Solar

Astra Solar

30 Lonsdale Street, 2612

Simple & Affordable

Fased Solar

Fased Solar

8 Gladstone Street, 2609

Start saving money, and the environment.

Solarhub

Solarhub

157 Flemington Road, 2911

Solar to your home. Power to your pocket.

Community Heating Statistics - Oaks Estate, 2620

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

5°C

Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in Oaks Estate uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Canberra Airport Comparison), which is at an elevation of 578 metres above sea level and started operating in 1939 with the latest data recorded in 2010, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Oaks Estate’s Winter months.

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Avg Days Below 2°C

93 days/per year

Avg Days Below 2°C

Our calculation for Average Days Below 2°C in Oaks Estate uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Canberra Airport Comparison), which is at an elevation of 578 metres above sea level and started operating in 1939 with the latest data recorded in 2010, which we've aggregated into the average for the number of days in the year the temperature for Oaks Estate will be below 2 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

83%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 9am in Oaks Estate uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Canberra Airport Comparison), which is at an elevation of 578 metres above sea level and started operating in 1939 with the latest data recorded in 2010, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Oaks Estate’s Winter months in the morning.

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Total Number Of Homes

16,796

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 2620 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 2620 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 2620, due to an energy-efficient 7-star split system for heating 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 Oaks Estate, 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

1,825 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 1825kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 2620, due to the improved energy efficiency of a 7-star rated split system for heating 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 Oaks Estate, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

83,980 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 2620 each day if all 16796 homes used a 7-star efficient split system for heating when compared to a 3-star efficient system. This valuation includes Bureau of Meteorology climate, humidity and temperature data for Oaks Estate, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$20,995 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 2620 each day if all 16796 homes used a 7-star efficient split system for heating 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 Oaks Estate, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$7,663,175 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 2620 each year if all 16796 homes used a 7-star efficient split system for heating 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 Oaks Estate, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

22,376 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 2620 each year if all 16796 homes used a 7-star efficient split system for heating 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 ACT, which is used to highlight the amount of carbon pollution that is instead saved by postcode 2620 by switching to a more energy-efficient split system for heating.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

313,271 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 2620 each year if all 16796 homes used a 7-star efficient split system for heating 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 ACT, 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 performance because of improved energy efficiency.

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Car Emissions Equivalent

186,469,192 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 2620 each year if all 16796 homes used a 7-star efficient split system or heating 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 ACT, 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 performance because of improved energy efficiency.

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Demographics

Based on the Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census, postcode 2620, which includes Oaks Estate, has a total 16796 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 11288 are houses, each with an average of 2.3 residents per dwelling. With the community's varied income levels, where the median weekly household income is 2181 and with 62% homes mortgaged or rented, investing in energy-efficient heating options is even more essential to help reduce running costs and increase long-term financial savings for homeowners or renters.

When considering the demographics of Oaks Estate and 2620 more broadly, we discover there are 4902 families with children. At the same time, 13.2% of the 45604 population are over 65 years old, while 13193 people also live with long-term health conditions. So eco-friendly and smart heating systems with advanced thermostats are particularly appealing for those more susceptible to the cold, like families with young children, older adults, and residents living with health conditions.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Oaks Estate

Oaks Estate, located in ACT 2620, experiences a cool temperate climate throughout the year. The average winter weather in Oaks Estate is characterized by chilly temperatures and occasional frost. The town experiences its coldest months in June and July, with average minimum temperatures dropping to around 1°C. The yearly minimum temperature in Oaks Estate can reach as low as -5°C, making heating a necessity during the winter months.

With such cold temperatures, residents of Oaks Estate rely on efficient heating systems to keep their homes warm and comfortable. One popular option is split system heating, which provides both heating and cooling capabilities. Split systems offer the advantage of being energy-efficient and cost-effective, allowing residents to save on their heating bills. Additionally, split systems can be powered by solar panels, providing a sustainable and environmentally-friendly heating solution.

For all your heating and air-conditioning needs in Oaks Estate, there are several local businesses that specialize in HVAC services. These businesses offer a range of services including installation, maintenance, and repairs of split system heating units. Whether you need a new split system installed or require maintenance for your existing unit, the local heating businesses in Oaks Estate have the expertise to meet your heating requirements.

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