Energy Efficient Heating - Corrimal, NSW 2518

Heating & Split Systems - Corrimal, NSW 2518

Welcome to the heating guide for Corrimal, situated in postcode 2518. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (WOLLONGONG UNIVERSITY) at an elevation of 25 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1970 with the latest data recorded in 2008, we can analyse the temperature trends crucial for your home's heating needs.

In this region, winters have recorded temperatures as low as 0.8 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 8.9 degreees celcius, while the average humidity level at 9 am is around 61.3% and 55% 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 148 km/h in Corrimal, 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 Corrimal

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

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Cold Days (10% of the time)

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

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9am Relative Humidity
3pm Relative Humidity
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Average Relative Humidity

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

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Featured Heating Installers Servicing Corrimal

TC Air & Electric

TC Air & Electric

21 Jardine St, 2519

At TC AIR we want to make customers for life

Swift Air Conditioning

Swift Air Conditioning

5/22-24 Norman St, 2210

Stay comfortable with Swift Air Conditioning

Mistafog

Mistafog

21/70 Bridge Street, 2571

Your Comfort, Our Priority

Cronulla AirCon & Electrical

Cronulla AirCon & Electrical

30 The Esplanade, 2230

Your Trusted Air Conditioning Experts

Heating & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Corrimal
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Corrimal: Wollongong University - approx. 2.8 km

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

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Featured Solar Installers Servicing Corrimal

SolarBlu

SolarBlu

20 Marshall Street, 2530

Get quality solar without breaking the bank.

The Energy Experts

The Energy Experts

45 Jerrara Road, 2533

Solar made easy.

Sunflow Solar

Sunflow Solar

17 Lorraine Street, 2210

Call 1300 4 Sunflow

Thirroul Solar

Thirroul Solar

Thirroul, 2515

Your complete solar services' provider & solar energy expert.

Community Heating Statistics - Corrimal, 2518

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

13°C

Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in Corrimal uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Wollongong University), which is at an elevation of 25 metres above sea level and started operating in 1970 with the latest data recorded in 2008, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Corrimal’s Winter months.

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Avg Days Below 2°C

0 days/per year

Avg Days Below 2°C

Our calculation for Average Days Below 2°C in Corrimal uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Wollongong University), which is at an elevation of 25 metres above sea level and started operating in 1970 with the latest data recorded in 2008, which we've aggregated into the average for the number of days in the year the temperature for Corrimal will be below 2 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

58%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 9am in Corrimal uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Wollongong University), which is at an elevation of 25 metres above sea level and started operating in 1970 with the latest data recorded in 2008, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Corrimal’s Winter months in the morning.

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Total Number Of Homes

6,418

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 2518 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 2518 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

$173 yr/per home

Retail Value of Electricity Saved

This calculation illustrates a 182.5 average yearly saving worth of retail value electricity that could be achieved for each home in 2518, 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 Corrimal, 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

690 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 730kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 2518, 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 Corrimal, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

13,114 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 2518 each day if all 8036 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 Corrimal, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$3,070 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 2518 each day if all 8036 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 Corrimal, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$1,221,669 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 2518 each year if all 8036 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 Corrimal, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

3,291 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 2518 each year if all 8036 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 2518 by switching to a more energy-efficient split system for heating.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

49,676 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 2518 each year if all 8036 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

29,734,861 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 2518 each year if all 8036 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 2518, which includes Corrimal, has a total 8036 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 4653 are houses, each with an average of 2.2 residents per dwelling. With the community's varied income levels, where the median weekly household income is 1434 and with 56% 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 Corrimal and 2518 more broadly, we discover there are 1892 families with children. At the same time, 20.4% of the 19864 population are over 65 years old, while 6452 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 Corrimal

Corrimal, located in NSW, 2518, experiences a mild winter climate with average temperatures ranging from 8 to 17 degrees Celsius. The coolest months are June and July, with average minimum temperatures dropping to around 7 degrees Celsius. With these cooler temperatures, residents of Corrimal often find themselves in need of reliable heating solutions to keep their homes warm and comfortable.

One popular option for heating in Corrimal is split system heating. Split systems offer several benefits, including energy efficiency and the ability to provide both heating and cooling. These systems are ideal for the mild winter climate of Corrimal, as they can efficiently warm up the living spaces during the cooler months and provide cooling during the warmer months.

Another consideration for heating in Corrimal is the possibility of using solar power to power the heating units. With abundant sunshine throughout the year, Corrimal residents can take advantage of solar panels to generate clean and renewable energy for their heating needs. This not only reduces their carbon footprint but also helps save on electricity bills.

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