Energy Efficient Heating - Sunshine, NSW 2264

Heating & Split Systems - Sunshine, NSW 2264

Welcome to the heating guide for Sunshine, situated in postcode 2264. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (NORAH HEAD LIGHTHOUSE) at an elevation of 27 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1969 with the latest data recorded in 2005, we can analyse the temperature trends crucial for your home's heating needs.

In this region, winters have recorded temperatures as low as 3.4 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 9.8 degreees celcius, while the average humidity level at 9 am is around 75% and 65% 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 Sunshine, 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 Sunshine

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

Sunshine 2264

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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

Sunshine 2264

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

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Featured Heating Installers Servicing Sunshine

DNR Air Conditioning & Electrical

DNR Air Conditioning & Electrical

30 Gateway Boulevard, 2264

Air conditioning. Solar. Electrical.

Pacific Air and Electrical

Pacific Air and Electrical

833 The Entrance Rd, 2260

Quality Solutions for Your Air Conditioning and Electrical Needs

Twin Lakes Air & Solar

Twin Lakes Air & Solar

4/1 Botham Cl, 2263

Efficient heating and cooling for your comfort

Green Living Air

Green Living Air

Terrigal, 2260

Local and Reliable Air Conditioning Specialists

Heating & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Sunshine
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Sunshine: Norah Head Lighthouse - approx. 2.2 km

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

Sunshine 2264

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Sunshine

DNR Air Conditioning & Electrical

DNR Air Conditioning & Electrical

30 Gateway Boulevard, 2264

Air conditioning. Solar. Electrical.

Freedom Solar & Batteries

Freedom Solar & Batteries

Charmhaven, 2263

Making Solar Accessible Since 2014.

Millennium Electrical & Solar

Millennium Electrical & Solar

Medowie, 2318

Local Electrician in Port Stephens

Superior Solar

Superior Solar

2/10 Enterprise Close, 2250

20 Years Solar Central Coast.

Community Heating Statistics - Sunshine, 2264

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

13°C

Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in Sunshine uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Norah Head Lighthouse), which is at an elevation of 27 metres above sea level and started operating in 1969 with the latest data recorded in 2005, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Sunshine’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 Sunshine uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Norah Head Lighthouse), which is at an elevation of 27 metres above sea level and started operating in 1969 with the latest data recorded in 2005, which we've aggregated into the average for the number of days in the year the temperature for Sunshine 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 Sunshine uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Norah Head Lighthouse), which is at an elevation of 27 metres above sea level and started operating in 1969 with the latest data recorded in 2005, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Sunshine’s Winter months in the morning.

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Total Number Of Homes

6,210

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 2264 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 2264 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

$180 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 2264, 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 Sunshine, 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

721 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 730kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 2264, 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 Sunshine, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

12,486 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 2264 each day if all 6276 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 Sunshine, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$3,072 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 2264 each day if all 6276 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 Sunshine, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$1,145,304 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 2264 each year if all 6276 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 Sunshine, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

3,279 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 2264 each year if all 6276 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 2264 by switching to a more energy-efficient split system for heating.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

46,757 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 2264 each year if all 6276 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

27,871,650 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 2264 each year if all 6276 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 2264, which includes Sunshine, has a total 6276 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 5672 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 1344 and with 62% 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 Sunshine and 2264 more broadly, we discover there are 1438 families with children. At the same time, 27.3% of the 16162 population are over 65 years old, while 6476 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 Sunshine

Located in Sunshine, NSW, 2264, this charming town experiences mild winters with average minimum temperatures ranging from 8°C to 13°C. The coolest months are typically June and July, with average minimum temperatures of 8°C. While the winters in Sunshine are relatively mild, residents still require heating solutions to stay comfortable during the cooler months.

When it comes to meeting the heating requirements of Sunshine, local heating businesses offer a range of options including split system heating. Split system heating is a popular choice for its energy efficiency and versatility. These systems provide both heating and cooling, making them ideal for year-round comfort. Additionally, split system heating can be powered by solar panels, harnessing the abundant sunshine in Sunshine to reduce energy costs and environmental impact.

If you're in need of heating, air-conditioning, or HVAC services in Sunshine, look no further than the local heating businesses. They specialize in installing and maintaining split systems, ensuring that your home or business remains comfortable throughout the year. Whether you're in need of a gas heater, electric heater, or a split system with solar power capabilities, these professionals have the expertise to meet your heating needs.

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