Energy Efficient Heating - Turkey Beach, QLD 4678

Heating & Split Systems - Turkey Beach, QLD 4678

Welcome to the heating guide for Turkey Beach, situated in postcode 4678. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (BUSTARD HEAD LIGHTHOUSE) at an elevation of 89 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1885 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 4.7 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 13.8 degreees celcius, while the average humidity level at 9 am is around 71.3% and 65.7% 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 km/h in Turkey Beach, 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 Turkey Beach

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

Turkey Beach 4678

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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

Turkey Beach 4678

Featured Heating Installers Servicing Turkey Beach

Marley Flow Control

Marley Flow Control

18-20 Sommerville Cct, 2000

Stay cozy, save energy!

Titan Ind. Mechanical & Auto Electrical Gladstone

Titan Ind. Mechanical & Auto Electrical Gladstone

90 Hanson Rd, 4680

Quality Solutions for Industry

Kens Plumbing Supplies Gladstone

Kens Plumbing Supplies Gladstone

33 Benaraby Road, 4680

Quality Plumbing Supplies for Every Project

Big Boys Air Conditioning Electrical & Refrigeration

Big Boys Air Conditioning Electrical & Refrigeration

33 Tooloola Street, 4680

Stay comfortable all year round

Heating & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Turkey Beach
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Turkey Beach: Bustard Head Lighthouse - approx. 2 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 Turkey Beach

Gladstone Electrical & Solar

Gladstone Electrical & Solar

18 Glenlyon Street, 4680

Local quality you can trust

Daniel Shea Electrical and Solar

Daniel Shea Electrical and Solar

12 Roseanna St, 4680

Your local solar professionals for over 10 years.

Blue Mantis Electrics

Blue Mantis Electrics

49 Josefski Road, 4677

Power your home with clean, sustainable energy

Solahart Gladstone

Solahart Gladstone

38 Tank Street, 4680

Invest in solar power for a sustainable future

Community Heating Statistics - Turkey Beach, 4678

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

15°C

Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in Turkey Beach uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Bustard Head Lighthouse), which is at an elevation of 89 metres above sea level and started operating in 1885 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Turkey Beach’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 Turkey Beach uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Bustard Head Lighthouse), which is at an elevation of 89 metres above sea level and started operating in 1885 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 Turkey Beach will be below 2 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

63%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 9am in Turkey Beach uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Bustard Head Lighthouse), which is at an elevation of 89 metres above sea level and started operating in 1885 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Turkey Beach’s Winter months in the morning.

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Total Number Of Homes

285

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 4678 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 4678 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

$81 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 4678, 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 Turkey Beach, 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

322 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 365kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 4678, 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 Turkey Beach, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

285 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 4678 each day if all 323 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 Turkey Beach, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$71 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 4678 each day if all 323 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 Turkey Beach, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$17,971 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 4678 each year if all 323 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 Turkey Beach, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

76 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 4678 each year if all 323 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 4678 by switching to a more energy-efficient split system for heating.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

538 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 4678 each year if all 323 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

442,006 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 4678 each year if all 323 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 4678, which includes Turkey Beach, has a total 323 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 279 are houses, each with an average of 1.3 residents per dwelling. With the community's varied income levels, where the median weekly household income is 1187 and with 45% 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 Turkey Beach and 4678 more broadly, we discover there are 60 families with children. At the same time, 26.2% of the 818 population are over 65 years old, while 284 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 Turkey Beach

Turkey Beach, located in QLD, 4678, experiences a mild and pleasant winter climate. The average winter temperature ranges from 15°C to 23°C, making it a comfortable time to explore the stunning beaches and outdoor activities in the area. The coolest months are June and July, with average minimum temperatures of around 11°C.

With the cooler winter temperatures, residents in Turkey Beach may require heating solutions to keep their homes warm and cozy. Local heating businesses in the area offer a range of options, including split system heating. Split system heating provides efficient and effective heating for individual rooms or larger spaces. It allows for precise temperature control and can be easily installed by HVAC professionals.

For those looking for environmentally friendly heating options, solar power can be utilized to power split system heating units. By installing solar panels, residents can harness the power of the sun to generate electricity, reducing their reliance on traditional energy sources and minimizing their carbon footprint. Local heating businesses can provide expert advice on incorporating solar power into heating systems, ensuring energy efficiency and cost savings.

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