Energy Efficient Heating - Cranbrook, QLD 4814

Heating & Split Systems - Cranbrook, QLD 4814

Welcome to the heating guide for Cranbrook, situated in postcode 4814. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (TOWNSVILLE AERO) at an elevation of 4 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1940 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 1.1 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 14.4 degreees celcius, while the average humidity level at 9 am is around 64.3% and 51.7% 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 197 km/h in Cranbrook, 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 Cranbrook

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

Cranbrook 4814

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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

Cranbrook 4814

Featured Heating Installers Servicing Cranbrook

Townsville Refrigeration & Airconditioning

Townsville Refrigeration & Airconditioning

31 Don Caster Way, 4814

Stay comfortable all year round with Townsville Refrigeration & Airconditioning

Genesis Electrical & Air

Genesis Electrical & Air

452 Ross River Rd, 4814

Your trusted experts for electrical and air conditioning needs

Van Eerde Airconditioning & Refrigeration

Van Eerde Airconditioning & Refrigeration

3 Madden St, 4814

Stay cool in summer, warm in winter

CLR Electrical & Refrigeration

CLR Electrical & Refrigeration

9 Carmel St, 4817

Exceeding Expectations with Expert Electrical & Refrigeration Services

Heating & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Cranbrook
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Cranbrook: Townsville Aero - approx. 1.7 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 Cranbrook

True North Solar

True North Solar

22 Hills Street, 4814

Townsville's clean energy specialists.

On Point Solar & Electrical

On Point Solar & Electrical

North Ward, 4810

Electrical, Solar & Air-Conditioning.

Barra Electrical

Barra Electrical

13 Gurney Street, 4814

Your trusted Townsville solar installers.

Horan & Bird

Horan & Bird

144 Charters Towers Road, 4812

Clean Energy Council Approved Solar Retailer.

Community Heating Statistics - Cranbrook, 4814

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

20°C

Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in Cranbrook uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Townsville Aero), which is at an elevation of 4 metres above sea level and started operating in 1940 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Cranbrook’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 Cranbrook uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Townsville Aero), which is at an elevation of 4 metres above sea level and started operating in 1940 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 Cranbrook will be below 2 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

64%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 9am in Cranbrook uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Townsville Aero), which is at an elevation of 4 metres above sea level and started operating in 1940 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Cranbrook’s Winter months in the morning.

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Total Number Of Homes

15,807

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 4814 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 4814 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 4814, 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 Cranbrook, 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 4814, 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 Cranbrook, 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 4814 each day if all 15821 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 Cranbrook, 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 4814 each day if all 15821 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 Cranbrook, 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 4814 each year if all 15821 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 Cranbrook, 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 4814 each year if all 15821 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 4814 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 4814 each year if all 15821 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

0 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 4814 each year if all 15821 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 4814, which includes Cranbrook, has a total 15821 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 13790 are houses, each with an average of 2.4 residents per dwelling. With the community's varied income levels, where the median weekly household income is 1717 and with 55% 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 Cranbrook and 4814 more broadly, we discover there are 4468 families with children. At the same time, 14.1% of the 46193 population are over 65 years old, while 13007 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 Cranbrook

Cranbrook, located in Queensland, 4814, experiences a subtropical climate with hot and humid summers and mild winters. The average winter weather in Cranbrook is pleasantly mild, making it an ideal location for residents to enjoy outdoor activities during this season. The average minimum temperature ranges from around 15°C in June to 19°C in August.

With the cooler temperatures during winter, residents in Cranbrook may require heating solutions to maintain a comfortable indoor environment. Local heating businesses in Cranbrook offer a wide range of options, including split system heating, which provides efficient heating and cooling all year round. Split systems are a popular choice due to their energy efficiency and the ability to control the temperature in individual rooms.

In addition to traditional power sources, such as electricity or gas, residents in Cranbrook can also consider using solar power to operate their heating systems. Solar panels can be installed on rooftops to harness the abundant sunlight in Queensland and convert it into clean and renewable energy, reducing both energy costs and environmental impact.

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