Energy Efficient Heating - Dumbudgery, NSW 2460

Heating & Split Systems - Dumbudgery, NSW 2460

Welcome to the heating guide for Dumbudgery, situated in postcode 2460. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (YAMBA PILOT STATION) at an elevation of 27 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1877 with the latest data recorded in 2023, we can analyse the temperature trends crucial for your home's heating needs.

In this region, winters have recorded temperatures as low as 2.2 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 10.4 degreees celcius, while the average humidity level at 9 am is around 74% and 62% 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 115 km/h in Dumbudgery, 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 Dumbudgery

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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
2.02.01.61.61.21.20.80.80.40.40.00.0# daysJanuaryJanuaryFebruaryFebruaryMarchMarchAprilAprilMayMayJuneJuneJulyJulyAugustAugustSeptemberSeptemberOctoberOctoberNovemberNovemberDecemberDecember
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

Dumbudgery 2460

Featured Heating Installers Servicing Dumbudgery

JC Airconditioning and Refrigeration

JC Airconditioning and Refrigeration

65 Busbys Flat Road, 2470

Stay warm, stay cool with JC Airconditioning!

Grafton Air

Grafton Air

103, Bacon Street, 2460

Cool comfort for every home and business

Clarence Coast Air Conditioning

Clarence Coast Air Conditioning

11, River Street, 2464

Premium products, exceptional service, lasting quality.

Solarworx Northern Rivers Yamba

Solarworx Northern Rivers Yamba

23 Admiralty Court, 2464

Stay warm in winter, cool in summer

Heating & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Dumbudgery
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Dumbudgery: Yamba Pilot Station - approx. 5.2 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 Dumbudgery

Solahart Grafton

Solahart Grafton

35 Bent Street, 2460

Solar power for a sustainable future

Clarence Valley Electrical

Clarence Valley Electrical

Koala Close, 2466

Power your future with the sun's energy

JCN Energy Solutions

JCN Energy Solutions

32 Bruce Street, 2460

Powering a sustainable future with solar energy

GZED Electrical

GZED Electrical

Palmers Island, 2463

Powering your home with the sun

Community Heating Statistics - Dumbudgery, 2460

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

14°C

Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in Dumbudgery uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Yamba Pilot Station), which is at an elevation of 27 metres above sea level and started operating in 1877 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Dumbudgery’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 Dumbudgery uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Yamba Pilot Station), which is at an elevation of 27 metres above sea level and started operating in 1877 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 Dumbudgery will be below 2 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

74%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 9am in Dumbudgery uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Yamba Pilot Station), which is at an elevation of 27 metres above sea level and started operating in 1877 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Dumbudgery’s Winter months in the morning.

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Total Number Of Homes

11,553

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 2460 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 2460 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

$91 yr/per home

Retail Value of Electricity Saved

This calculation illustrates a 91.25 average yearly saving worth of retail value electricity that could be achieved for each home in 2460, 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 Dumbudgery, 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

364 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 365kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 2460, 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 Dumbudgery, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

11,553 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 2460 each day if all 11563 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 Dumbudgery, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$2,881 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 2460 each day if all 11563 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 Dumbudgery, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$1,055,114 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 2460 each year if all 11563 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 Dumbudgery, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

3,071 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 2460 each year if all 11563 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 2460 by switching to a more energy-efficient split system for heating.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

43,123 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 2460 each year if all 11563 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

25,669,850 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 2460 each year if all 11563 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 2460, which includes Dumbudgery, has a total 11563 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 10088 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 1165 and with 66% 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 Dumbudgery and 2460 more broadly, we discover there are 2730 families with children. At the same time, 23.7% of the 31079 population are over 65 years old, while 11187 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 Dumbudgery

Dumbudgery, located in NSW, 2460, experiences a mild winter climate with average temperatures ranging from 10 to 20 degrees Celsius. The coolest months are June and July, with average minimum temperatures dropping to around 8 degrees Celsius. With these temperatures, heating is essential to keep homes and businesses comfortable during the winter months.

Local heating businesses in Dumbudgery offer a wide range of heating solutions to meet the diverse needs of the residents. From gas heaters and electric heaters to split system heating and HVAC installations, there are options available for every budget and requirement. Split system heating is particularly beneficial in Dumbudgery due to its energy efficiency and ability to provide both heating and cooling. By installing a split system, residents can enjoy comfortable temperatures year-round while reducing their energy consumption.

Furthermore, Dumbudgery's sunny climate makes it an ideal location for harnessing solar power. By utilizing solar panels to power heating units, residents can not only reduce their carbon footprint but also save on energy costs in the long run. Local heating businesses in Dumbudgery can provide expert advice and assistance in choosing the right solar-powered heating solution for homes and businesses.

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