Energy Efficient Heating - Leycester, NSW 2480

Heating & Split Systems - Leycester, NSW 2480

Welcome to the heating guide for Leycester, situated in postcode 2480. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (LISMORE (CENTRE STREET)) at an elevation of 11 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1884 with the latest data recorded in 2003, we can analyse the temperature trends crucial for your home's heating needs.

In this region, winters have recorded temperatures as low as -3.5 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 7.3 degreees celcius, while the average humidity level at 9 am is around 77.7% and 51% 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 km/h in Leycester, 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 Leycester

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

Leycester 2480

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Cold Days (10% of the time)

Leycester 2480

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

Leycester 2480

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

Leycester 2480

Featured Heating Installers Servicing Leycester

Aer Tech

10 Ridgeview Crescent, 2478

Stay comfortable all year round with Aer Tech

In There Apps

37 McKenzie Ave, 2489

Stay warm in winter, cool in summer with In There Apps

Aircompliance Airconditioning

2/67, Bentinck Street, 2478

Residential & commercial cooling & heating specialists

CNS AIR CONDITIONING

Unit 2/3 Bayside Way, 2483

Your Comfort, Our Expertise

Heating & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Leycester
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Leycester: Lismore (centre Street) - approx. 5.3 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 Leycester

Juno Energy

20/1 Porter Street, 2481

100% Australian Owned & Operated

Hardy Electrical and Solar

764 Cudgen Road, 2487

Clean Energy Council Approved Solar Retailer.

Nickel Energy

74-78 Molesworth Street, 2480

Installed by your local solar experts.

Northern Rivers Solar & Electrical

15 Spurfield Road, 2480

Northern Rivers solar & electrical.

Community Heating Statistics - Leycester, 2480

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

11°C

Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in Leycester uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Lismore (centre Street)), which is at an elevation of 11 metres above sea level and started operating in 1884 with the latest data recorded in 2003, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Leycester’s Winter months.

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Avg Days Below 2°C

7 days/per year

Avg Days Below 2°C

Our calculation for Average Days Below 2°C in Leycester uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Lismore (centre Street)), which is at an elevation of 11 metres above sea level and started operating in 1884 with the latest data recorded in 2003, which we've aggregated into the average for the number of days in the year the temperature for Leycester will be below 2 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

65%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 9am in Leycester uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Lismore (centre Street)), which is at an elevation of 11 metres above sea level and started operating in 1884 with the latest data recorded in 2003, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Leycester’s Winter months in the morning.

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Total Number Of Homes

8,986

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 2480 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 2480 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

$76 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 2480, 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 Leycester, 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

304 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 365kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 2480, 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 Leycester, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

8,986 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 2480 each day if all 17725 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 Leycester, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$2,118 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 2480 each day if all 17725 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 Leycester, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$835,542 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 2480 each year if all 17725 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 Leycester, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

2,268 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 2480 each year if all 17725 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 2480 by switching to a more energy-efficient split system for heating.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

33,992 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 2480 each year if all 17725 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

20,331,715 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 2480 each year if all 17725 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 2480, which includes Leycester, has a total 17725 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 14877 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 1326 and with 65% 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 Leycester and 2480 more broadly, we discover there are 4138 families with children. At the same time, 20.8% of the 45938 population are over 65 years old, while 15244 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 Leycester

Leycester, located in NSW, 2480, 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 of around 10 degrees Celsius. With the temperatures dropping during winter, residents of Leycester often require heating solutions to stay comfortable in their homes.

One popular heating option in Leycester is split system heating. Split systems are highly efficient and provide both heating and cooling capabilities, making them suitable for year-round use. They consist of an indoor unit that circulates warm or cool air and an outdoor unit that dissipates heat. Split systems are energy-efficient and can be controlled individually, allowing residents to adjust the temperature according to their preferences.

Considering the increasing focus on sustainable energy, residents of Leycester can also explore the possibility of using solar power to run their heating systems. Solar panels can be installed on rooftops to harness the abundant sunlight in the region and convert it into electricity. By utilizing solar power, residents can reduce their carbon footprint and save on energy costs.

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