Energy Efficient Heating - Wirraba, NSW 2849

Heating & Split Systems - Wirraba, NSW 2849

Welcome to the heating guide for Wirraba, situated in postcode 2849. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (NULLO MOUNTAIN AWS) at an elevation of 1130 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1988 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 -4.1 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 degreees celcius, while the average humidity level at 9 am is around 81.7% and 68.3% 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 102 km/h in Wirraba, 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 Wirraba

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

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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
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Average Number Of Extremely Cold Days

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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 Wirraba

Peter Witheriff Refrigeration & Airconditioning

76-78 Depot Road, 2850

Your Comfort, Our Priority

C & M Johns Refrigeration & Air Conditioning

Mudgee, 2850

Your comfort is our priority

Peters Refrigeration & Air Conditioning

21 Sydney Rd, 2850

Stay comfortable all year round with Peters Refrigeration & Air Conditioning

Ausmech Air

Unit 18, 85, Alfred Street, 2170

Trusted HVAC Specialists for Commercial Air Conditioning

Heating & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Wirraba
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Wirraba: Nullo Mountain Aws - approx. 17.1 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 Wirraba

Sanderson & MacDonald

Ilford, 2850

Power your life with the sun's energy

Cudgegong Solar & Electrical

New South Wales, 2850

Power your future with clean, renewable energy

Berridge & Gallagher

New South Wales, 2850

Empowering Homes with Solar Energy

Recurrent Energy

Spring Flat, 2850

Powering your home with clean energy

Community Heating Statistics - Wirraba, 2849

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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 Wirraba uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Nullo Mountain Aws), which is at an elevation of 1130 metres above sea level and started operating in 1988 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Wirraba’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 Wirraba uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Nullo Mountain Aws), which is at an elevation of 1130 metres above sea level and started operating in 1988 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 Wirraba 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 Wirraba uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Nullo Mountain Aws), which is at an elevation of 1130 metres above sea level and started operating in 1988 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Wirraba’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 2849 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 2849 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 638.75 average yearly saving worth of retail value electricity that could be achieved for each home in 2849, 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 Wirraba, 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 2555kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 2849, 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 Wirraba, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

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Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 2849 each day if all 640 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 Wirraba, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 2849 each day if all 640 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 Wirraba, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 2849 each year if all 640 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 Wirraba, 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 2849 each year if all 640 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 2849 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 2849 each year if all 640 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 2849 each year if all 640 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 2849, which includes Wirraba, has a total 640 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 620 are houses, each with an average of 1.8 residents per dwelling. With the community's varied income levels, where the median weekly household income is 1172 and with 60% 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 Wirraba and 2849 more broadly, we discover there are 110 families with children. At the same time, 29.9% of the 1610 population are over 65 years old, while 496 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 Wirraba

Wirraba, located in NSW, 2849, experiences a temperate climate with mild winters and warm summers. The average winter weather in Wirraba is characterized by cool temperatures and occasional rainfall. The average minimum temperature in winter ranges from 5 to 10 degrees Celsius.

During the winter months, the temperature in Wirraba can drop significantly, making heating a necessity for residents. With average minimum temperatures below 10 degrees Celsius, a reliable heating system is essential to keep homes and businesses comfortable.

Local heating businesses in Wirraba offer a range of heating solutions to meet the diverse needs of the community. From gas heaters and electric heaters to split system heating and HVAC installations, these businesses provide efficient and effective heating options. Additionally, some heating systems can be powered by solar panels, offering a sustainable and cost-effective solution for residents in Wirraba.

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