Energy Efficient Heating - Thornborough, QLD 4871

Heating & Split Systems - Thornborough, QLD 4871

Welcome to the heating guide for Thornborough, situated in postcode 4871. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (MAREEBA QWRC) at an elevation of 400 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1952 with the latest data recorded in 2008, we can analyse the temperature trends crucial for your home's heating needs.

In this region, winters have recorded temperatures as low as 0.4 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 11.7 degreees celcius, while the average humidity level at 9 am is around 74.7% and 53.3% 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 km/h in Thornborough, 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 Thornborough

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

Thornborough 4871

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Cold Days (10% of the time)

Thornborough 4871

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

Thornborough 4871

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

Thornborough 4871

Featured Heating Installers Servicing Thornborough

Don Hall Air Conditioning, Electrical & Refrigeration

Don Hall Air Conditioning, Electrical & Refrigeration

Shop 4/276, Byrnes Street, 4880

Cooling, heating, and electrical solutions for your comfort

JG & LK Grillo Refrigeration

JG & LK Grillo Refrigeration

41 Jacinta Crescent, 4880

Stay comfortable all year round with JG & LK Grillo Refrigeration

Optimum Elec

Optimum Elec

10 Albrecht St, 4882

Stay comfortable all year round with Optimum Elec

Alphacool

Alphacool

1, Redden Street, 4870

Stay cool with Alphacool

Heating & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Thornborough
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Thornborough: Mareeba Qwrc - approx. 3.4 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 Thornborough

Boutique Power

Boutique Power

Herberton, 4887

Renewable energy for a sustainable future

IonSpark Electrical

IonSpark Electrical

Tolga, 4882

Power your home with the sun's energy

Outback Solar & Wind

Outback Solar & Wind

284 Byrnes Street, 4880

Power your future with clean and sustainable solar energy

Brad Owens Electrical Services

Brad Owens Electrical Services

36 Owens Street, 4880

Powering your future with sustainable solar solutions

Community Heating Statistics - Thornborough, 4871

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

19°C

Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in Thornborough uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Mareeba Qwrc), which is at an elevation of 400 metres above sea level and started operating in 1952 with the latest data recorded in 2008, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Thornborough’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 Thornborough uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Mareeba Qwrc), which is at an elevation of 400 metres above sea level and started operating in 1952 with the latest data recorded in 2008, which we've aggregated into the average for the number of days in the year the temperature for Thornborough will be below 2 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

75%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 9am in Thornborough uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Mareeba Qwrc), which is at an elevation of 400 metres above sea level and started operating in 1952 with the latest data recorded in 2008, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Thornborough’s Winter months in the morning.

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Total Number Of Homes

3,454

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 4871 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 4871 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 4871, 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 Thornborough, 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 4871, 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 Thornborough, 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 4871 each day if all 3454 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 Thornborough, 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 4871 each day if all 3454 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 Thornborough, 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 4871 each year if all 3454 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 Thornborough, 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 4871 each year if all 3454 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 4871 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 4871 each year if all 3454 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 4871 each year if all 3454 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 4871, which includes Thornborough, has a total 3454 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 3064 are houses, each with an average of 2.3 residents per dwelling. With the community's varied income levels, where the median weekly household income is 1250 and with 53% 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 Thornborough and 4871 more broadly, we discover there are 971 families with children. At the same time, 18.9% of the 10798 population are over 65 years old, while 2602 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 Thornborough

Thornborough, located in QLD, 4871, experiences a tropical climate with warm summers and mild winters. The average winter weather in Thornborough is pleasant, with temperatures ranging from 15 to 25 degrees Celsius. The coolest months are June and July, with average minimum temperatures of around 15 degrees Celsius. While Thornborough doesn't experience extremely cold temperatures, residents may still require heating during the winter months to maintain a comfortable indoor environment.

When it comes to heating solutions in Thornborough, split system heating is a popular choice. Split systems provide both heating and cooling capabilities, making them versatile for year-round use. These systems are energy-efficient and can be controlled individually for each room, allowing for personalized comfort. Local heating businesses in Thornborough offer a wide range of split system options, including installation, maintenance, and repairs.

Considering the abundant sunshine in Thornborough, it is also worth exploring the possibility of using solar power to run heating systems. Solar panels can be installed on rooftops to harness the sun's energy and convert it into electricity, reducing reliance on traditional power sources. Solar-powered split system heating not only helps reduce carbon emissions but also provides long-term cost savings. Local heating businesses in Thornborough can assist with solar installation and provide expert advice on the most suitable heating solutions for individual needs.

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