Energy Efficient Heating - Bookham, NSW 2582

Heating & Split Systems - Bookham, NSW 2582

Welcome to the heating guide for Bookham, situated in postcode 2582. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (YASS (LINTON HOSTEL)) at an elevation of 520 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1898 with the latest data recorded in 2011, we can analyse the temperature trends crucial for your home's heating needs.

In this region, winters have recorded temperatures as low as -8.8 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 1.7 degreees celcius, while the average humidity level at 9 am is around 85.7% and 66% 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 km/h in Bookham, 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 Bookham

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

Bookham 2582

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Cold Days (10% of the time)

Bookham 2582

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

Bookham 2582

9am Relative Humidity
3pm Relative Humidity
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Average Relative Humidity

Bookham 2582

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

Bookham 2582

Featured Heating Installers Servicing Bookham

Voltair Airconditioning

Voltair Airconditioning

2/54 Weedon Close, 2617

Experience comfort, efficiency, and reliability with Voltair Airconditioning

Superior Balancing Services

Superior Balancing Services

AMAROO, 2914

Stay cozy, stay cool with Superior Balancing

Quality Heating & Cooling

Quality Heating & Cooling

40 Blackwell Cct, 2615

Experience comfort and efficiency with Quality Heating & Cooling

AirConditioning Canberra

AirConditioning Canberra

1 /48, Hoskins Street, 2911

Stay comfortable in any season

Heating & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Bookham
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Bookham: Yass (linton Hostel) - approx. 1.6 km

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

Bookham 2582

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Bookham

Astra Solar

Astra Solar

30 Lonsdale Street, 2612

Simple & Affordable

Solarhub

Solarhub

157 Flemington Road, 2911

Solar to your home. Power to your pocket.

SunBuilt Solar

SunBuilt Solar

490 Northbourne Avenue, 2602

Don't compromise on quality, choose SunBuilt.

Capital Green Energy

Capital Green Energy

2-9/11 Baillieu Court, 2911

Uses Clean Energy Council Accredited Installers.

Community Heating Statistics - Bookham, 2582

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

5°C

Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in Bookham uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Yass (linton Hostel)), which is at an elevation of 520 metres above sea level and started operating in 1898 with the latest data recorded in 2011, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Bookham’s Winter months.

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Avg Days Below 2°C

63 days/per year

Avg Days Below 2°C

Our calculation for Average Days Below 2°C in Bookham uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Yass (linton Hostel)), which is at an elevation of 520 metres above sea level and started operating in 1898 with the latest data recorded in 2011, which we've aggregated into the average for the number of days in the year the temperature for Bookham will be below 2 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

71%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 9am in Bookham uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Yass (linton Hostel)), which is at an elevation of 520 metres above sea level and started operating in 1898 with the latest data recorded in 2011, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Bookham’s Winter months in the morning.

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Total Number Of Homes

2,220

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 2582 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 2582 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

$376 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 2582, 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 Bookham, 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

746 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 1825kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 2582, 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 Bookham, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

11,768 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 2582 each day if all 4774 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 Bookham, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$2,817 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 2582 each day if all 4774 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 Bookham, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$1,088,859 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 2582 each year if all 4774 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 Bookham, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

3,013 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 2582 each year if all 4774 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 NSW, which is used to highlight the amount of carbon pollution that is instead saved by postcode 2582 by switching to a more energy-efficient split system for heating.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

44,353 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 2582 each year if all 4774 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 NSW, 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

26,499,247 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 2582 each year if all 4774 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 NSW, 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 2582, which includes Bookham, has a total 4774 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 4463 are houses, each with an average of 2.4 residents per dwelling. With the community's varied income levels, where the median weekly household income is 2175 and with 73% 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 Bookham and 2582 more broadly, we discover there are 1427 families with children. At the same time, 18.6% of the 13693 population are over 65 years old, while 4542 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 Bookham

Bookham, NSW, 2582 experiences a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. The average winter weather in Bookham is mild, with temperatures ranging from 5°C to 15°C. The coolest months are June and July, with average minimum temperatures dropping to around 2°C. These colder temperatures make heating a necessity for the residents of Bookham.

Local heating businesses in Bookham offer a wide range of heating solutions to cater to the diverse needs of the community. From gas heaters and electric heaters to ducted heating and split systems, there are options available to suit every preference and budget. Split system heating, in particular, has gained popularity in recent years due to its energy efficiency and versatility.

With the possibility of using solar power to power the unit, split system heating becomes an even more attractive option for Bookham residents. Solar panels can be installed on rooftops to harness the abundant sunlight in the region, reducing reliance on traditional energy sources and lowering utility bills. Local heating businesses can provide expert advice on the installation of solar-powered split systems, ensuring maximum efficiency and cost savings.

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