Energy Efficient Heating - Back Plains, QLD 4361

Heating & Split Systems - Back Plains, QLD 4361

Welcome to the heating guide for Back Plains, situated in postcode 4361. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (WARWICK) at an elevation of 475 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1994 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 -7.7 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 73.3% and 44% 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 111 km/h in Back Plains, 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 Back Plains

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

Back Plains 4361

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Cold Days (10% of the time)

Back Plains 4361

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

Back Plains 4361

9am Relative Humidity
3pm Relative Humidity
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Average Relative Humidity

Back Plains 4361

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

Back Plains 4361

Featured Heating Installers Servicing Back Plains

Total Cool Solutions

Total Cool Solutions

14A Diery St, 4370

Stay cool, stay warm, stay comfortable.

NB Trades & Services

NB Trades & Services

140 Jellicoe Street, 4350

Your Comfort, Our Priority

Warwick Heating & Cooling

Warwick Heating & Cooling

68 Palmerin St, 4370

Stay comfortable all year round with Warwick Heating & Cooling

Silver Air Conditioning and Refrigeration

Silver Air Conditioning and Refrigeration

6 Kane St, 4350

Reliable and high quality service for all your air-conditioning and refrigeration needs

Heating & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Back Plains
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Back Plains: Warwick - approx. 2.6 km

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

Back Plains 4361

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Back Plains

SEBSS

SEBSS

Queensland, 4350

Clean Energy Council Approved Solar Retailer.

Electrical Sensations

Electrical Sensations

57 Gipps Street, 4350

We’ll help bring your electricity bill under control.

Arctic Energy Services

Arctic Energy Services

28 Elizabeth Kenny Court, 4350

Innovative solar solutions.

DMH Automation

DMH Automation

Darling Heights, 4350

Power your life with the sun's energy

Community Heating Statistics - Back Plains, 4361

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

11°C

Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in Back Plains uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Warwick), which is at an elevation of 475 metres above sea level and started operating in 1994 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Back Plains’s Winter months.

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Avg Days Below 2°C

45 days/per year

Avg Days Below 2°C

Our calculation for Average Days Below 2°C in Back Plains uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Warwick), which is at an elevation of 475 metres above sea level and started operating in 1994 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 Back Plains will be below 2 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

73%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 9am in Back Plains uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Warwick), which is at an elevation of 475 metres above sea level and started operating in 1994 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Back Plains’s Winter months in the morning.

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Total Number Of Homes

1,036

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 4361 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 4361 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

$91 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 4361, 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 Back Plains, 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

363 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 365kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 4361, 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 Back Plains, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

1,036 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 4361 each day if all 1047 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 Back Plains, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$261 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 4361 each day if all 1047 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 Back Plains, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$95,527 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 4361 each year if all 1047 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 Back Plains, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

278 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 4361 each year if all 1047 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 QLD, which is used to highlight the amount of carbon pollution that is instead saved by postcode 4361 by switching to a more energy-efficient split system for heating.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

3,894 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 4361 each year if all 1047 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 QLD, 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

2,324,329 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 4361 each year if all 1047 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 QLD, 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 4361, which includes Back Plains, has a total 1047 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 997 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 1105 and with 66% 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 Back Plains and 4361 more broadly, we discover there are 219 families with children. At the same time, 27.5% of the 2654 population are over 65 years old, while 938 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 Back Plains

Back Plains, located in QLD, 4361, experiences a mild winter climate with average minimum temperatures ranging from 5°C to 12°C. The coolest months are June and July, with average minimum temperatures of 5°C. With these cooler temperatures, residents of Back Plains often find the need for reliable heating solutions to keep their homes comfortable.

One popular option for heating in Back Plains is split system heating. Split systems provide both heating and cooling capabilities, making them versatile for year-round use. They are energy-efficient and offer precise temperature control, allowing residents to customize their comfort levels. Local heating businesses in Back Plains offer a wide range of split system heating solutions, including installation, maintenance, and repairs.

Considering the abundance of sunshine in Back Plains, solar power is a viable option for powering split system heating units. By harnessing the sun's energy, residents can reduce their reliance on traditional power sources and lower their energy bills. Local solar installers in Back Plains can assist in designing and installing solar panels to power split system heating units, providing an eco-friendly and cost-effective heating solution.

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