Energy Efficient Heating - Brunswick Lower, VIC 3056

Heating & Split Systems - Brunswick Lower, VIC 3056

Welcome to the heating guide for Brunswick Lower, situated in postcode 3056. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (MELBOURNE REGIONAL OFFICE) at an elevation of 31 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1908 with the latest data recorded in 2015, we can analyse the temperature trends crucial for your home's heating needs.

In this region, winters have recorded temperatures as low as -2.8 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 6.5 degreees celcius, while the average humidity level at 9 am is around 77.3% and 60% 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 121 km/h in Brunswick Lower, 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 Brunswick Lower

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

Brunswick Lower 3056

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Cold Days (10% of the time)

Brunswick Lower 3056

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

Brunswick Lower 3056

9am Relative Humidity
3pm Relative Humidity
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Average Relative Humidity

Brunswick Lower 3056

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

Brunswick Lower 3056

Featured Heating Installers Servicing Brunswick Lower

Storm Electrical Solutions

61B Hansen Street, 3025

Storm electrical solutions.

Too Hot Climate Systems

3 Perkin Court, 3175

Comfort and Quality, Delivered with Care

Plumbzall Pty Ltd

4 Bundoran Ct, 3429

Quality Plumbing Services You Can Trust

Sharpie the Sparkie

Ringwood, 3134

Quality tradesmen for your electrical & air conditioning needs

Heating & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Brunswick Lower
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Brunswick Lower: Melbourne Regional Office - approx. 1.9 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 Brunswick Lower

Jet Solar

13/5 Enterprise Drive, 3178

Victoria's highest rated solar installer.

Pacific Solar

1 Hewitt Street, 3192

Unleash the power of commercial solar.

Zing Solar Vic

2 Main Street, 3030

100% Australian based

Solar Run Keysborough

35 Pacific Drive, 3173

Australia’s preferred solar company making installation simple.

Community Heating Statistics - Brunswick Lower, 3056

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

7°C

Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in Brunswick Lower uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Melbourne Regional Office), which is at an elevation of 31 metres above sea level and started operating in 1908 with the latest data recorded in 2015, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Brunswick Lower’s Winter months.

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Avg Days Below 2°C

5 days/per year

Avg Days Below 2°C

Our calculation for Average Days Below 2°C in Brunswick Lower uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Melbourne Regional Office), which is at an elevation of 31 metres above sea level and started operating in 1908 with the latest data recorded in 2015, which we've aggregated into the average for the number of days in the year the temperature for Brunswick Lower will be below 2 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

54%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 9am in Brunswick Lower uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Melbourne Regional Office), which is at an elevation of 31 metres above sea level and started operating in 1908 with the latest data recorded in 2015, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Brunswick Lower’s Winter months in the morning.

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Total Number Of Homes

3,753

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 3056 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 3056 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

$257 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 3056, 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 Brunswick Lower, 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

394 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 1460kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 3056, 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 Brunswick Lower, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

15,362 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3056 each day if all 11056 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 Brunswick Lower, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$3,753 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3056 each day if all 11056 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 Brunswick Lower, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$1,412,287 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3056 each year if all 11056 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 Brunswick Lower, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

4,573 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3056 each year if all 11056 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 3056 by switching to a more energy-efficient split system for heating.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

65,532 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3056 each year if all 11056 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

39,075,104 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3056 each year if all 11056 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 3056, which includes Brunswick Lower, has a total 11056 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 3892 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 2095 and with 44% 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 Brunswick Lower and 3056 more broadly, we discover there are 1600 families with children. At the same time, 11.2% of the 24912 population are over 65 years old, while 7645 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 Brunswick Lower

Brunswick Lower, located in VIC, 3056, experiences a mild winter climate with average temperatures ranging from 7°C to 14°C. The coolest months are June and July, with average minimum temperatures of around 7°C. With these cooler temperatures, residents in Brunswick Lower often rely on heating systems to keep their homes warm and comfortable.

One popular heating option in Brunswick Lower is split system heating. Split systems provide both heating and cooling capabilities, making them versatile for year-round use. They are energy efficient and offer precise temperature control, allowing residents to customize their indoor climate. Local heating businesses in Brunswick Lower offer a wide range of split system options, including installation, maintenance, and repairs.

For those interested in sustainable heating solutions, solar power can be a viable option to power split system units. Solar panels can be installed on rooftops to harness the sun's energy, reducing reliance on traditional power sources. This not only helps to lower energy bills but also contributes to a greener and more environmentally friendly community in Brunswick Lower.

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