Energy Efficient Heating - Kirkham, NSW 2570

Heating & Split Systems - Kirkham, NSW 2570

Welcome to the heating guide for Kirkham, situated in postcode 2570. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (CAMDEN AIRPORT AWS) at an elevation of 74 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1943 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 -6 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 3.8 degreees celcius, while the average humidity level at 9 am is around 78.7% and 48.7% 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 Kirkham, 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 Kirkham

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

Kirkham 2570

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Cold Days (10% of the time)

Kirkham 2570

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

Kirkham 2570

9am Relative Humidity
3pm Relative Humidity
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Average Relative Humidity

Kirkham 2570

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

Kirkham 2570

Featured Heating Installers Servicing Kirkham

Blue Star Air Conditioning

Blue Star Air Conditioning

198 - 202, Hume Highway, 2166

Get Comfortable Results.

TC Air & Electric

TC Air & Electric

21 Jardine St, 2519

At TC AIR we want to make customers for life

Mistafog

Mistafog

21/70 Bridge Street, 2571

Your Comfort, Our Priority

BSF Air Conditioning

BSF Air Conditioning

29/6 Abbott Rd, 2147

Enhance Your Comfort with BSF Air Conditioning

Heating & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Kirkham
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Kirkham: Camden Airport Aws - approx. 992 m

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

Kirkham 2570

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Kirkham

Solar Man Australia

Solar Man Australia

5/2187 Castlereagh Road, 2750

Your Local Solar Hero

E-Smart

E-Smart

Unit 18/ 152 Old Bathurst Road, 2750

Solar made easy.

IQ Solar

IQ Solar

31 Elizabeth Street, 2164

Premium solar & guaranteed performance.

Sunflow Solar

Sunflow Solar

17 Lorraine Street, 2210

Call 1300 4 Sunflow

Community Heating Statistics - Kirkham, 2570

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

7°C

Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in Kirkham uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Camden Airport Aws), which is at an elevation of 74 metres above sea level and started operating in 1943 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Kirkham’s Winter months.

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Avg Days Below 2°C

31 days/per year

Avg Days Below 2°C

Our calculation for Average Days Below 2°C in Kirkham uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Camden Airport Aws), which is at an elevation of 74 metres above sea level and started operating in 1943 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 Kirkham will be below 2 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

59%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 9am in Kirkham uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Camden Airport Aws), which is at an elevation of 74 metres above sea level and started operating in 1943 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Kirkham’s Winter months in the morning.

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Total Number Of Homes

7,963

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 2570 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 2570 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

$137 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 2570, 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 Kirkham, 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

548 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 730kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 2570, 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 Kirkham, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

16,059 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 2570 each day if all 20245 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 Kirkham, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$3,915 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 2570 each day if all 20245 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 Kirkham, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$1,477,382 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 2570 each year if all 20245 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 Kirkham, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

4,181 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 2570 each year if all 20245 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 2570 by switching to a more energy-efficient split system for heating.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

60,268 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 2570 each year if all 20245 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

35,954,094 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 2570 each year if all 20245 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 2570, which includes Kirkham, has a total 20245 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 18188 are houses, each with an average of 2.9 residents per dwelling. With the community's varied income levels, where the median weekly household income is 2281 and with 70% 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 Kirkham and 2570 more broadly, we discover there are 8525 families with children. At the same time, 12.4% of the 63663 population are over 65 years old, while 15714 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 Kirkham

Kirkham is a charming suburb located in NSW, 2570. The average winter weather in Kirkham is mild, with temperatures ranging from 8 to 16 degrees Celsius. The coolest months are June and July, with average minimum temperatures dropping to around 5 degrees Celsius. With these cooler temperatures, residents of Kirkham often rely on heating systems to keep their homes comfortable.

One popular heating option in Kirkham is split system heating. Split systems provide both heating and air-conditioning capabilities, making them versatile for year-round use. They are energy-efficient and can be controlled individually for each room, allowing residents to customize their comfort levels. Local heating businesses in Kirkham offer a wide range of split system options, including installation, maintenance, and repair services.

For those looking to reduce their environmental impact, solar power can be a great option to power split system heating units. Kirkham's sunny climate makes it an ideal location for solar panels, which can generate clean and renewable energy to operate the heating system. By utilizing solar power, residents can not only save on energy costs but also contribute to a greener and more sustainable future.

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