Energy Efficient Heating - Forbes Creek, NSW 2621

Heating & Split Systems - Forbes Creek, NSW 2621

Welcome to the heating guide for Forbes Creek, situated in postcode 2621. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (BRAIDWOOD RACECOURSE AWS) at an elevation of 665 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1985 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 -9.8 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 0.6 degreees celcius, while the average humidity level at 9 am is around 82.3% and 56% 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 111 km/h in Forbes Creek, 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 Forbes Creek

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

Forbes Creek 2621

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Cold Days (10% of the time)

Forbes Creek 2621

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

Forbes Creek 2621

9am Relative Humidity
3pm Relative Humidity
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Average Relative Humidity

Forbes Creek 2621

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

Forbes Creek 2621

Featured Heating Installers Servicing Forbes Creek

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 Forbes Creek
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Forbes Creek: Braidwood Racecourse Aws - approx. 8.4 km

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

Forbes Creek 2621

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Forbes Creek

Select Electrical & Solar Solutions

Select Electrical & Solar Solutions

1 42, 2609

Clean Energy Council Approved Solar Retailer.

Econ Energy

Econ Energy

8/15 Darling Street, 2911

Your Partners in Sustainable Living

Astra Solar

Astra Solar

30 Lonsdale Street, 2612

Simple & Affordable

Fased Solar

Fased Solar

8 Gladstone Street, 2609

Start saving money, and the environment.

Community Heating Statistics - Forbes Creek, 2621

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in Forbes Creek uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Braidwood Racecourse Aws), which is at an elevation of 665 metres above sea level and started operating in 1985 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Forbes Creek’s Winter months.

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Avg Days Below 2°C

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Avg Days Below 2°C

Our calculation for Average Days Below 2°C in Forbes Creek uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Braidwood Racecourse Aws), which is at an elevation of 665 metres above sea level and started operating in 1985 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 Forbes Creek will be below 2 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 9am in Forbes Creek uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Braidwood Racecourse Aws), which is at an elevation of 665 metres above sea level and started operating in 1985 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Forbes Creek’s Winter months in the morning.

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Total Number Of Homes

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Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 2621 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 2621 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

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Retail Value of Electricity Saved

This calculation illustrates a 365 average yearly saving worth of retail value electricity that could be achieved for each home in 2621, 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 Forbes Creek, 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

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Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 1460kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 2621, 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 Forbes Creek, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

0 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 2621 each day if all 2230 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 Forbes Creek, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$0 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 2621 each day if all 2230 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 Forbes Creek, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$0 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 2621 each year if all 2230 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 Forbes Creek, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 2621 each year if all 2230 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 2621 by switching to a more energy-efficient split system for heating.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 2621 each year if all 2230 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

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Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 2621 each year if all 2230 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 2621, which includes Forbes Creek, has a total 2230 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 2137 are houses, each with an average of 2.6 residents per dwelling. With the community's varied income levels, where the median weekly household income is 2939 and with 79% 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 Forbes Creek and 2621 more broadly, we discover there are 775 families with children. At the same time, 13.6% of the 6688 population are over 65 years old, while 1885 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 Forbes Creek

Forbes Creek, located in NSW, 2621, experiences a temperate climate with distinct seasons. The average winter weather in Forbes Creek is characterized by cool temperatures and occasional frost. The average minimum temperature ranges from 2°C to 6°C during the winter months, with July being the coolest month.

With the winter temperatures dropping, the heating requirements in Forbes Creek become essential for residents to stay comfortable. Local heating businesses in Forbes Creek offer a wide range of heating solutions, including split system heating. Split system heating is an efficient and cost-effective option for heating homes and offices. These systems provide both heating and cooling, making them versatile for year-round use. They are also energy-efficient and offer precise temperature control, ensuring optimal comfort.

Considering the abundance of sunshine in Forbes Creek, residents can also explore the possibility of using solar power to power their heating systems. Solar panels can be installed to generate clean and renewable energy, reducing reliance on traditional power sources and lowering electricity bills. Local heating businesses can provide expert advice on integrating solar power with split system heating, creating an eco-friendly and sustainable heating solution for Forbes Creek.

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