Energy Efficient Heating - Hat Head, NSW 2440

Heating & Split Systems - Hat Head, NSW 2440

Welcome to the heating guide for Hat Head, situated in postcode 2440. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (COFFS HARBOUR MO) at an elevation of 5 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1943 with the latest data recorded in 2015, we can analyse the temperature trends crucial for your home's heating needs.

In this region, winters have recorded temperatures as low as -3.2 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 8.3 degreees celcius, while the average humidity level at 9 am is around 66% and 55.3% 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 124 km/h in Hat Head, 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 Hat Head

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

Hat Head 2440

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Cold Days (10% of the time)

Hat Head 2440

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

Hat Head 2440

9am Relative Humidity
3pm Relative Humidity
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Average Relative Humidity

Hat Head 2440

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

Hat Head 2440

Featured Heating Installers Servicing Hat Head

Coffs Gas & Leisure

Unit 4 /92 Industrial Drive, 2450

Stay comfortable all year round with Coffs Gas & Leisure

Peter Chadwick Quality Air & Electrical

1 50 Victoria St, 2450

Experience comfort and quality with Peter Chadwick

Nambucca Valley Appliance

3. /5 Ken Howard Crescent, 2448

Comfort and efficiency for every season

Brian Ormandy Electrical & Air Conditioning

266 Rodeo Drive, 2447

Stay comfortable all year round

Heating & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Hat Head
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Hat Head: Coffs Harbour Mo - approx. 15.5 km

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

Hat Head 2440

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Hat Head

Coffs Solar Energy

Shop 4, 26b Isles Drive, North Boambee Valley, 2450

The highest rated solar company on the Coffs Coast.

Solar Powered Homes

61 Maccues Road, 2450

Power your home with the sun's energy

Ray Smith Electrical

Coffs Harbour, 2450

Powering your future with solar energy

Jimmy's Electrical & Solar

Valla Beach, 2448

Power your home with the sun's energy

Community Heating Statistics - Hat Head, 2440

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

15°C

Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in Hat Head uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Coffs Harbour Mo), which is at an elevation of 5 metres above sea level and started operating in 1943 with the latest data recorded in 2015, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Hat Head’s Winter months.

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Avg Days Below 2°C

4 days/per year

Avg Days Below 2°C

Our calculation for Average Days Below 2°C in Hat Head uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Coffs Harbour Mo), which is at an elevation of 5 metres above sea level and started operating in 1943 with the latest data recorded in 2015, which we've aggregated into the average for the number of days in the year the temperature for Hat Head will be below 2 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

66%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 9am in Hat Head uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Coffs Harbour Mo), which is at an elevation of 5 metres above sea level and started operating in 1943 with the latest data recorded in 2015, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Hat Head’s Winter months in the morning.

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Total Number Of Homes

8,170

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 2440 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 2440 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 2440, 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 Hat Head, 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

365 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 365kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 2440, 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 Hat Head, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

8,169 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 2440 each day if all 8170 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 Hat Head, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$2,042 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 2440 each day if all 8170 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 Hat Head, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$745,512 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 2440 each year if all 8170 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 Hat Head, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

2,176 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 2440 each year if all 8170 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 2440 by switching to a more energy-efficient split system for heating.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

30,476 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 2440 each year if all 8170 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

18,137,399 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 2440 each year if all 8170 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 2440, which includes Hat Head, has a total 8170 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 7479 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 1126 and with 64% 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 Hat Head and 2440 more broadly, we discover there are 1954 families with children. At the same time, 23.2% of the 23166 population are over 65 years old, while 8196 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 Hat Head

Hat Head, located in NSW, 2440, experiences mild winters with average temperatures ranging from 10°C to 19°C. The coolest months are June and July, with average minimum temperatures of around 8°C. While the winters are generally mild, the temperature can drop to as low as 2°C during the year.

Given the cooler temperatures during winter, it is essential for residents of Hat Head to have efficient heating systems in their homes. Local heating businesses in Hat Head offer a range of options to meet the heating needs of the town, including split system heating. Split system heating provides both heating and cooling capabilities, making it a versatile solution for year-round comfort. It is energy-efficient and can be controlled with a thermostat, allowing residents to maintain a comfortable indoor temperature.

Furthermore, Hat Head is an ideal location for harnessing solar power to power heating systems. With abundant sunshine throughout the year, solar panels can be installed to generate electricity, reducing reliance on traditional power sources and lowering energy costs. Local heating businesses can provide expert advice on the installation of solar-powered split system heating units, ensuring residents can enjoy the benefits of both renewable energy and efficient heating.

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