Energy Efficient Heating - Cape Jaffa, SA 5275

Heating & Split Systems - Cape Jaffa, SA 5275

Welcome to the heating guide for Cape Jaffa, situated in postcode 5275. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (CAPE JAFFA (THE LIMESTONE)) at an elevation of 17 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1991 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 -0.7 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 7.8 degreees celcius, while the average humidity level at 9 am is around 84.7% and 75.7% 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 117 km/h in Cape Jaffa, 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 Cape Jaffa

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

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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

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Featured Heating Installers Servicing Cape Jaffa

Robe Refrigeration

Robe Refrigeration

Stay comfortable all year round with Robe Refrigeration

Heating & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Cape Jaffa
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Cape Jaffa: Cape Jaffa (the Limestone) - approx. 3.2 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 Cape Jaffa

Lucindale Electrical

Lucindale Electrical

75 Fairview Road, 5272

Powering your future with the sun

S.M Watts Electrical

S.M Watts Electrical

3 3 Maria Court, 5275

Your Local Electrical Specialist

SM Watts Electrical

SM Watts Electrical

3 Maria Court, 5275

Power your home with the sun's energy

Community Heating Statistics - Cape Jaffa, 5275

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

3°C

Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in Cape Jaffa uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Cape Jaffa (the Limestone)), which is at an elevation of 17 metres above sea level and started operating in 1991 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Cape Jaffa’s Winter months.

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Avg Days Below 2°C

1 days/per year

Avg Days Below 2°C

Our calculation for Average Days Below 2°C in Cape Jaffa uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Cape Jaffa (the Limestone)), which is at an elevation of 17 metres above sea level and started operating in 1991 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 Cape Jaffa will be below 2 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

21%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 9am in Cape Jaffa uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Cape Jaffa (the Limestone)), which is at an elevation of 17 metres above sea level and started operating in 1991 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Cape Jaffa’s Winter months in the morning.

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Total Number Of Homes

56

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 5275 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 5275 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

$115 yr/per home

Retail Value of Electricity Saved

This calculation illustrates a 456.25 average yearly saving worth of retail value electricity that could be achieved for each home in 5275, 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 Cape Jaffa, 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

124 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 1825kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 5275, 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 Cape Jaffa, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

393 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 5275 each day if all 1009 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 Cape Jaffa, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$77 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 5275 each day if all 1009 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 Cape Jaffa, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$38,366 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 5275 each year if all 1009 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 Cape Jaffa, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

106 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 5275 each year if all 1009 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 SA, which is used to highlight the amount of carbon pollution that is instead saved by postcode 5275 by switching to a more energy-efficient split system for heating.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

467 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 5275 each year if all 1009 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 SA, 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

294,331 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 5275 each year if all 1009 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 SA, 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 5275, which includes Cape Jaffa, has a total 1009 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 951 are houses, each with an average of 1.2 residents per dwelling. With the community's varied income levels, where the median weekly household income is 1155 and with 42% 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 Cape Jaffa and 5275 more broadly, we discover there are 170 families with children. At the same time, 32.4% of the 2380 population are over 65 years old, while 841 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 Cape Jaffa

Cape Jaffa, located in South Australia, experiences a mild Mediterranean climate with warm summers and cool winters. The average winter temperature ranges from 10°C to 15°C, making it necessary for residents to have proper heating systems in place to stay comfortable during the colder months.

Throughout the year, Cape Jaffa experiences relatively mild temperatures, with the average minimum temperature by month ranging from 8°C in June to 14°C in January. The coolest months are typically June and July, with average minimum temperatures of 8°C and 9°C respectively.

Given the cooler winter temperatures, it is essential for residents of Cape Jaffa to have efficient heating systems installed in their homes or businesses. Split system heating, which combines both heating and cooling capabilities, is an ideal solution for this region. These systems provide efficient heating during winter while also offering cooling during the summer months. Local heating businesses in Cape Jaffa can help residents choose and install the most suitable split system heating units for their needs.

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