Energy Efficient Heating - The Narrows, NT 0820

Heating & Split Systems - The Narrows, NT 0820

Welcome to the heating guide for The Narrows, situated in postcode 0820. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (DARWIN AIRPORT) at an elevation of 30 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1941 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 10.4 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 19.9 degreees celcius, while the average humidity level at 9 am is around 61.3% and 38.3% 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 217 km/h in The Narrows, 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 The Narrows

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

The Narrows 0820

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Cold Days (10% of the time)

The Narrows 0820

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

The Narrows 0820

9am Relative Humidity
3pm Relative Humidity
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Average Relative Humidity

The Narrows 0820

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

The Narrows 0820

Featured Heating Installers Servicing The Narrows

Top End R.A.C.E

Top End R.A.C.E

8 Butler Pl, 829

Stay comfortable all year round

Tracs Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Service

Tracs Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Service

71 Winnellie Rd, 820

Stay comfortable all year round with Tracs

A Balance Air Conditioning

A Balance Air Conditioning

Unit 7 /34 Bishop Street, 820

Stay comfortable with A Balance Air Conditioning

Top End Chill

Top End Chill

17 Nudl St, 820

Stay cool, stay warm, stay comfortable with Top End Chill

Heating & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in The Narrows
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to The Narrows: Darwin Airport - approx. 915 m

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

The Narrows 0820

Featured Solar Installers Servicing The Narrows

SEM Group

SEM Group

64 Raphael Road, 0820

Solar power made simple.

MBL Electrical NT

MBL Electrical NT

Muirhead, 0810

Uses Clean Energy Council Accredited Installers.

Eco Sparks

Eco Sparks

22 Lewfatt Street, 0828

Solar and Electrical Contractors

E-P-G Solutions

E-P-G Solutions

6 Baban Place, 0828

Powering the Northern Territory with reliable energy solutions

Community Heating Statistics - The Narrows, 0820

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

24°C

Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in The Narrows uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Darwin Airport), which is at an elevation of 30 metres above sea level and started operating in 1941 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for The Narrows’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 The Narrows uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Darwin Airport), which is at an elevation of 30 metres above sea level and started operating in 1941 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 The Narrows will be below 2 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

61%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 9am in The Narrows uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Darwin Airport), which is at an elevation of 30 metres above sea level and started operating in 1941 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for The Narrows’s Winter months in the morning.

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Total Number Of Homes

7,581

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 0820 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 0820 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

$0 yr/per home

Retail Value of Electricity Saved

This calculation illustrates a 0 average yearly saving worth of retail value electricity that could be achieved for each home in 0820, 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 The Narrows, 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

0 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 0kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 0820, 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 The Narrows, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

0 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 0820 each day if all 7581 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 The Narrows, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$0 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 0820 each day if all 7581 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 The Narrows, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$0 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 0820 each year if all 7581 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 The Narrows, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

0 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 0820 each year if all 7581 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 NT, which is used to highlight the amount of carbon pollution that is instead saved by postcode 0820 by switching to a more energy-efficient split system for heating.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

0 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 0820 each year if all 7581 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 NT, 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

0 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 0820 each year if all 7581 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 NT, 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 0820, which includes The Narrows, has a total 7581 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 2466 are houses, each with an average of 2.1 residents per dwelling. With the community's varied income levels, where the median weekly household income is 2308 and with 36% 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 The Narrows and 0820 more broadly, we discover there are 1851 families with children. At the same time, 10.9% of the 19920 population are over 65 years old, while 3764 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 The Narrows

The Narrows, located in NT, 0820, experiences a tropical savanna climate with distinct wet and dry seasons. The average winter weather in The Narrows is mild and pleasant, making it a popular destination for tourists seeking a warm winter getaway. The average minimum temperature ranges from 15°C to 20°C during the winter months, with the coolest month being July.

With the cooler temperatures during winter, residents in The Narrows often require heating solutions to stay comfortable. Split system heating is an excellent choice for this town, offering both heating and cooling capabilities. These systems are energy-efficient, allowing residents to save on their energy bills while maintaining a comfortable indoor environment. Local heating businesses in The Narrows offer a wide range of heating solutions, including split system installation, air-conditioning services, and HVAC maintenance.

Considering the abundant sunshine in The Narrows, harnessing solar power to run split system heating units is a viable option. Solar panels can be installed to generate clean and renewable energy, reducing reliance on traditional power sources. This not only helps the environment but also provides long-term cost savings. Local heating businesses in The Narrows can assist residents in selecting and installing solar-powered split system heating units, ensuring a sustainable and efficient heating solution.

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