Energy Efficient Heating - Castle Creek, VIC 3691

Heating & Split Systems - Castle Creek, VIC 3691

Welcome to the heating guide for Castle Creek, situated in postcode 3691. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (CORRYONG (PARISH LANE)) at an elevation of 314 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1891 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 -5.3 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 2.3 degreees celcius, while the average humidity level at 9 am is around 91% and 66.7% 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 Castle Creek, 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 Castle Creek

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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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Upper Murray Refrigeration

173 indi North road, corryong, Victoria, 3707, 3707

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Heating & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Castle Creek
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Castle Creek: Corryong (parish Lane) - approx. 8.3 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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Community Heating Statistics - Castle Creek, 3691

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

4°C

Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in Castle Creek uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Corryong (parish Lane)), which is at an elevation of 314 metres above sea level and started operating in 1891 with the latest data recorded in 2006, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Castle Creek’s Winter months.

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Avg Days Below 2°C

46 days/per year

Avg Days Below 2°C

Our calculation for Average Days Below 2°C in Castle Creek uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Corryong (parish Lane)), which is at an elevation of 314 metres above sea level and started operating in 1891 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 Castle Creek will be below 2 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

66%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 9am in Castle Creek uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Corryong (parish Lane)), which is at an elevation of 314 metres above sea level and started operating in 1891 with the latest data recorded in 2006, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Castle Creek’s Winter months in the morning.

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Total Number Of Homes

1,323

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 3691 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 3691 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

$321 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 3691, 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 Castle Creek, 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

522 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 1825kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 3691, 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 Castle Creek, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

7,081 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3691 each day if all 4113 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 Castle Creek, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$1,683 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3691 each day if all 4113 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 Castle Creek, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$656,678 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3691 each year if all 4113 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 Castle Creek, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

2,064 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3691 each year if all 4113 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 3691 by switching to a more energy-efficient split system for heating.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

30,411 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3691 each year if all 4113 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

18,171,323 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3691 each year if all 4113 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 3691, which includes Castle Creek, has a total 4113 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 4045 are houses, each with an average of 2.6 residents per dwelling. With the community's varied income levels, where the median weekly household income is 2076 and with 75% 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 Castle Creek and 3691 more broadly, we discover there are 1485 families with children. At the same time, 15.4% of the 12771 population are over 65 years old, while 3622 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 Castle Creek

Castle Creek, VIC, 3691 experiences a cool temperate climate with mild summers and cold winters. The average winter weather in Castle Creek is characterized by chilly temperatures and occasional snowfall. The average minimum temperature ranges from 2°C in June to 8°C in August, making these months the coolest of the year.

With such low temperatures during winter, residents of Castle Creek rely heavily on heating systems to keep their homes warm and comfortable. Local heating businesses in Castle Creek offer a wide range of heating solutions, including split system heating. Split systems are an excellent choice for homes in Castle Creek as they provide efficient heating and cooling all year round. They consist of an indoor unit and an outdoor unit, allowing for customized temperature control in each room.

Furthermore, Castle Creek is an ideal location for harnessing solar power to power heating systems. Solar panels can be installed on rooftops to generate clean and renewable energy, reducing reliance on traditional power sources and lowering energy costs. By combining split system heating with solar power, residents of Castle Creek can enjoy both comfort and sustainability.

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