Energy Efficient Heating - Maaoupe, SA 5277

Heating & Split Systems - Maaoupe, SA 5277

Welcome to the heating guide for Maaoupe, situated in postcode 5277. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (COONAWARRA) at an elevation of 57 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1985 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 -3.8 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 5.3 degreees celcius, while the average humidity level at 9 am is around 84.3% and 67.7% 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 109 km/h in Maaoupe, 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 Maaoupe

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

Maaoupe 5277

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Cold Days (10% of the time)

Maaoupe 5277

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

Maaoupe 5277

9am Relative Humidity
3pm Relative Humidity
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Average Relative Humidity

Maaoupe 5277

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

Maaoupe 5277

Featured Heating Installers Servicing Maaoupe

Lawrie P L & C D

Lawrie P L & C D

Lot 91 Pinkerton Rd, 5271

Stay comfortable all year round with Lawrie P L & C D

Rubble Refrigeration and Air Conditioning

Rubble Refrigeration and Air Conditioning

Lot 85 Nilsson St, 5280

Stay comfortable with Rubble Refrigeration and Air Conditioning

Cool Moose

Cool Moose

15, George Street, 5280

Refrigeration, Air Conditioning & Electrical

Gordon Refrigeration SA

Gordon Refrigeration SA

255B Smith Street, 5271

Stay comfortable all year round with Gordon Refrigeration

Heating & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Maaoupe
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Maaoupe: Coonawarra - approx. 502 m

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

Maaoupe 5277

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Maaoupe

Donna's Electrical

Donna's Electrical

10 10, Arthur Street, 5271

Electrical, Air-Conditioning and Solar Specialists.

MED Electrical Service

MED Electrical Service

98 Clarke Street, 5277

Power your home with the sun's energy

eSmart Electrical

eSmart Electrical

43 Saleyards Road, 5280

Empowering Homes with Sustainable Energy

Lonergan and Muhovics

Lonergan and Muhovics

8 Alexander Square, 5280

Powering your home with sustainable energy

Community Heating Statistics - Maaoupe, 5277

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

9°C

Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in Maaoupe uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Coonawarra), which is at an elevation of 57 metres above sea level and started operating in 1985 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Maaoupe’s Winter months.

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Avg Days Below 2°C

30 days/per year

Avg Days Below 2°C

Our calculation for Average Days Below 2°C in Maaoupe uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Coonawarra), which is at an elevation of 57 metres above sea level and started operating in 1985 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 Maaoupe will be below 2 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

82%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 9am in Maaoupe uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Coonawarra), which is at an elevation of 57 metres above sea level and started operating in 1985 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Maaoupe’s Winter months in the morning.

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Total Number Of Homes

868

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 5277 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 5277 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

$445 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 5277, 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 Maaoupe, 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

1,528 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 1825kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 5277, 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 Maaoupe, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

5,528 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 5277 each day if all 1165 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 Maaoupe, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$1,159 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 5277 each day if all 1165 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 Maaoupe, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$531,234 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 5277 each year if all 1165 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 Maaoupe, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

475 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 5277 each year if all 1165 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 5277 by switching to a more energy-efficient split system for heating.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

6,513 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 5277 each year if all 1165 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

4,074,837 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 5277 each year if all 1165 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 5277, which includes Maaoupe, has a total 1165 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 1090 are houses, each with an average of 1.9 residents per dwelling. With the community's varied income levels, where the median weekly household income is 1253 and with 62% 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 Maaoupe and 5277 more broadly, we discover there are 253 families with children. At the same time, 22.8% of the 2885 population are over 65 years old, while 924 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 Maaoupe

Maaoupe, SA, 5277 experiences a cool temperate climate with mild winters. The average winter temperature ranges from 8 to 15 degrees Celsius, making heating essential for comfort during the colder months. The coolest months are June and July, with average minimum temperatures dropping to around 5 degrees Celsius.

With such temperatures, residents of Maaoupe rely on efficient heating systems to keep their homes warm and cozy. One popular option is split system heating, which provides both heating and cooling capabilities. Split systems are energy-efficient and offer precise temperature control, ensuring optimal comfort throughout the year. Local heating businesses in Maaoupe offer a range of split system options, including gas heaters, electric heaters, and ducted heating systems.

Considering the possibility of using solar power to power the heating unit, Maaoupe's sunny climate provides an excellent opportunity. By installing solar panels, residents can harness the abundant sunlight to generate electricity for their heating systems. This not only reduces reliance on the grid but also helps save on energy costs and promotes sustainability. Local solar installers in Maaoupe can assist in designing and installing solar power systems tailored to the specific heating requirements of each household.

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