Energy Efficient Heating - Benalla West, VIC 3672

Heating & Split Systems - Benalla West, VIC 3672

Welcome to the heating guide for Benalla West, situated in postcode 3672. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (BENALLA (SHADFORTH STREET)) at an elevation of 170 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1882 with the latest data recorded in 2006, we can analyse the temperature trends crucial for your home's heating needs.

In this region, winters have recorded temperatures as low as -4.5 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 3.6 degreees celcius, while the average humidity level at 9 am is around 87.7% and 64.7% 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 Benalla West, 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 Benalla West

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

Benalla West 3672

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Cold Days (10% of the time)

Benalla West 3672

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

Benalla West 3672

9am Relative Humidity
3pm Relative Humidity
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Average Relative Humidity

Benalla West 3672

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

Benalla West 3672

Featured Heating Installers Servicing Benalla West

Hunter - Local Air-conditioning

Stay comfortable all year round with Hunter - Local Air-conditioning

Mansfield Climate Control

1471 Old Tolmie Rd, 3723

Your Comfort, Our Priority

Metalflex Shepparton

1B Joseph Baldwin Place, 3630

Stay comfortable all year round with Metalflex Shepparton

O"Brien Plumbing & Air Conditioning

17 -19 Muntz Street, 3677

Your Comfort, Our Priority

Heating & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Benalla West
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Benalla West: Benalla (shadforth Street) - approx. 858 m

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

Benalla West 3672

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Benalla West

Urban Renewables

8 Wonga Park Drive, 3678

Smart solar energy.

Shannon Fraser Solar & Electrical

50 Thomas Street, 3677

For all your solar power and electrical needs.

Watters Electrical

19-35 New Dookie Road, 3630

Power your home with the sun!

Solahart Albury Wodonga

34 Browning Street, 3677

Power your home with the sun's energy

Community Heating Statistics - Benalla West, 3672

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

6°C

Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in Benalla West uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Benalla (shadforth Street)), which is at an elevation of 170 metres above sea level and started operating in 1882 with the latest data recorded in 2006, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Benalla West’s Winter months.

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Avg Days Below 2°C

38 days/per year

Avg Days Below 2°C

Our calculation for Average Days Below 2°C in Benalla West uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Benalla (shadforth Street)), which is at an elevation of 170 metres above sea level and started operating in 1882 with the latest data recorded in 2006, which we've aggregated into the average for the number of days in the year the temperature for Benalla West will be below 2 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

71%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 9am in Benalla West uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Benalla (shadforth Street)), which is at an elevation of 170 metres above sea level and started operating in 1882 with the latest data recorded in 2006, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Benalla West’s Winter months in the morning.

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Total Number Of Homes

2,063

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 3672 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 3672 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

$297 yr/per home

Retail Value of Electricity Saved

This calculation illustrates a 365 average yearly saving worth of retail value electricity that could be achieved for each home in 3672, 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 Benalla West, 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

545 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 1460kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 3672, 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 Benalla West, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

8,736 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3672 each day if all 4602 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 Benalla West, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$2,063 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3672 each day if all 4602 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 Benalla West, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$811,653 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3672 each year if all 4602 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 Benalla West, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

2,534 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3672 each year if all 4602 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 3672 by switching to a more energy-efficient split system for heating.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

37,572 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3672 each year if all 4602 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

22,459,271 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3672 each year if all 4602 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 3672, which includes Benalla West, has a total 4602 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 3973 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 1142 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 Benalla West and 3672 more broadly, we discover there are 776 families with children. At the same time, 30.8% of the 10822 population are over 65 years old, while 4273 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 Benalla West

Benalla West, located in Victoria, experiences a temperate climate with distinct seasons. The average winter weather in this town is characterized by cool temperatures and occasional rainfall. The average minimum temperature in winter ranges from 2 to 6 degrees Celsius, making it essential for residents to have reliable heating systems to keep their homes comfortable.

With the yearly minimum temperature dropping to as low as -2 degrees Celsius, it is crucial for Benalla West residents to invest in efficient heating solutions. Local heating businesses in the area offer a wide range of options, including gas heaters, electric heaters, and split systems. Split system heating, in particular, is a popular choice due to its energy efficiency and ability to provide both heating and cooling.

Considering the possibility of using solar power to power the heating unit, residents can further reduce their carbon footprint and energy costs. Solar panels can be installed on rooftops to harness the abundant sunlight in Benalla West, providing a sustainable and cost-effective solution for heating and air-conditioning needs.

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