Energy Efficient Heating - Beaufort, VIC 3373

Heating & Split Systems - Beaufort, VIC 3373

Welcome to the heating guide for Beaufort, situated in postcode 3373. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (LOOKOUT HILL) at an elevation of 965 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1991 with the latest data recorded in 2007, we can analyse the temperature trends crucial for your home's heating needs.

In this region, winters have recorded temperatures as low as -5.5 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 2.4 degreees celcius, while the average humidity level at 9 am is around 90.3% and 86.3% 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 Beaufort, 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 Beaufort

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

Beaufort 3373

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Cold Days (10% of the time)

Beaufort 3373

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

Beaufort 3373

9am Relative Humidity
3pm Relative Humidity
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Average Relative Humidity

Beaufort 3373

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

Beaufort 3373

Featured Heating Installers Servicing Beaufort

Allen Dunn Plumbing

Allen Dunn Plumbing

110 Burke Street, 3465

Your comfort is our priority!

Ballarat Heating Air Conditioning

Ballarat Heating Air Conditioning

42 Gregory St W, 3355

Your comfort, our priority.

Superior Heating & Cooling

Superior Heating & Cooling

Unit 1/16-18 Lentini St, 3029

Stay comfortable all year round with Superior Heating & Cooling

J E Mechanical

J E Mechanical

811, Creswick Road, 3355

Exceptional HVAC systems for optimal comfort

Heating & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Beaufort
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Beaufort: Lookout Hill - approx. 2.9 km

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

Beaufort 3373

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Beaufort

Ballarat Solar & Electrical

Ballarat Solar & Electrical

14 Icon Drive, 3356

Solar power specialists for the Ballarat region.

Ballarat Solar Company

Ballarat Solar Company

Shed 12/102 Fussell Street, 3350

Clean Energy Council Approved Solar Retailer.

Sun 2 Solar

Sun 2 Solar

16 Laidlaw Drive, 3356

Clean Energy Council Approved Solar Retailer.

Community Heating Statistics - Beaufort, 3373

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

4°C

Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in Beaufort uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Lookout Hill), which is at an elevation of 965 metres above sea level and started operating in 1991 with the latest data recorded in 2007, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Beaufort’s Winter months.

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Avg Days Below 2°C

75 days/per year

Avg Days Below 2°C

Our calculation for Average Days Below 2°C in Beaufort uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Lookout Hill), which is at an elevation of 965 metres above sea level and started operating in 1991 with the latest data recorded in 2007, which we've aggregated into the average for the number of days in the year the temperature for Beaufort will be below 2 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

90%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 9am in Beaufort uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Lookout Hill), which is at an elevation of 965 metres above sea level and started operating in 1991 with the latest data recorded in 2007, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Beaufort’s Winter months in the morning.

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Total Number Of Homes

1,018

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 3373 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 3373 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

$913 yr/per home

Retail Value of Electricity Saved

This calculation illustrates a 912.5 average yearly saving worth of retail value electricity that could be achieved for each home in 3373, 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 Beaufort, 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

3,650 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 3650kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 3373, 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 Beaufort, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

10,180 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3373 each day if all 1018 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 Beaufort, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$2,545 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3373 each day if all 1018 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 Beaufort, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$928,925 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3373 each year if all 1018 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 Beaufort, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

3,084 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3373 each year if all 1018 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 VIC, which is used to highlight the amount of carbon pollution that is instead saved by postcode 3373 by switching to a more energy-efficient split system for heating.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

43,176 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3373 each year if all 1018 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 VIC, 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

25,700,428 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3373 each year if all 1018 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 VIC, 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 3373, which includes Beaufort, has a total 1018 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 1000 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 1111 and with 67% 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 Beaufort and 3373 more broadly, we discover there are 178 families with children. At the same time, 28.6% of the 2453 population are over 65 years old, while 972 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 Beaufort

Beaufort, located in Victoria (postcode 3373), experiences a cool temperate climate with distinct seasons. Winter in Beaufort is characterized by chilly temperatures, making heating a necessity for residents. The average minimum temperature during the winter months ranges from 3 to 6 degrees Celsius. The coolest month is typically July, with an average minimum temperature of 3 degrees Celsius.

With such cold winters, having an efficient heating system is crucial for comfort and wellbeing. Local heating businesses in Beaufort offer a wide range of heating solutions, including split system heating. Split system heating is an excellent choice for Beaufort residents as it provides both heating and cooling capabilities, making it suitable for year-round use. These systems are energy-efficient, allowing homeowners to save on their heating and cooling costs.

Moreover, Beaufort's abundant sunshine presents an opportunity to harness solar power for heating. By installing solar panels, residents can power their split system heating units using clean and renewable energy. This not only reduces their carbon footprint but also helps save on electricity bills. Local heating businesses in Beaufort can provide expert advice on the installation of solar-powered split system heating systems.

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