Energy Efficient Heating - Mount Fox, QLD 4850

Heating & Split Systems - Mount Fox, QLD 4850

Welcome to the heating guide for Mount Fox, situated in postcode 4850. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (INGHAM COMPOSITE) at an elevation of 12 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1968 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 2.2 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 80.7% and 59% 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 Mount Fox, 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 Mount Fox

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

Mount Fox 4850

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Cold Days (10% of the time)

Mount Fox 4850

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

Mount Fox 4850

9am Relative Humidity
3pm Relative Humidity
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Average Relative Humidity

Mount Fox 4850

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

Mount Fox 4850

Featured Heating Installers Servicing Mount Fox

Ingham Ice & Refrigeration

20 Harvey Street, 4850

Stay comfortable all year round with Ingham Ice & Refrigeration

Betta Home Living - Moved to Townsville

57 Herbert St, 4850

Stay comfortable all year round with Betta Home Living - Moved to Townsville

Lahtinen Electrical

3 Gardiner Street, 4850

Stay comfortable all year round with Lahtinen Electrical

Cardwell Refrigeration & Airconditioning

33 Bowen Street, 4849

Stay comfortable all year round with Cardwell Refrigeration & Airconditioning

Heating & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Mount Fox
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Mount Fox: Ingham Composite - approx. 3 km

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

Mount Fox 4850

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Mount Fox

J&P Lahtinen Electrical

3 Gardiner Street, 4850

Power your home with the sun's energy

Community Heating Statistics - Mount Fox, 4850

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

12°C

Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in Mount Fox uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Ingham Composite), which is at an elevation of 12 metres above sea level and started operating in 1968 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Mount Fox’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 Mount Fox uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Ingham Composite), which is at an elevation of 12 metres above sea level and started operating in 1968 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 Mount Fox will be below 2 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

49%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 9am in Mount Fox uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Ingham Composite), which is at an elevation of 12 metres above sea level and started operating in 1968 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Mount Fox’s Winter months in the morning.

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Total Number Of Homes

1,095

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 4850 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 4850 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 4850, 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 Mount Fox, 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 4850, 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 Mount Fox, 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 4850 each day if all 4438 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 Mount Fox, 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 4850 each day if all 4438 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 Mount Fox, 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 4850 each year if all 4438 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 Mount Fox, 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 4850 each year if all 4438 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 4850 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 4850 each year if all 4438 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 4850 each year if all 4438 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 4850, which includes Mount Fox, has a total 4438 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 4017 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 1161 and with 58% 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 Mount Fox and 4850 more broadly, we discover there are 794 families with children. At the same time, 29.1% of the 10923 population are over 65 years old, while 3658 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 Mount Fox

Mount Fox, located in QLD, 4850, experiences a subtropical climate with hot and humid summers and mild winters. The average winter temperature in Mount Fox ranges from 15°C to 25°C, making it a comfortable season for residents.

The minimum temperatures in Mount Fox vary throughout the year. The coolest months are June and July, with average minimum temperatures of around 15°C. The yearly minimum temperature in Mount Fox is approximately 10°C.

Given the mild winter temperatures in Mount Fox, heating requirements may not be as high as in colder regions. However, for those seeking heating solutions, local heating businesses in Mount Fox offer a range of options, including split system heating. Split systems provide both heating and cooling, making them versatile for year-round use. They are energy-efficient and can be controlled individually for each room, ensuring optimal comfort and cost savings. Additionally, with the possibility of using solar power to power the unit, residents can further reduce their energy consumption and environmental impact.

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