Energy Efficient Heating - Creightons Creek, VIC 3666

Heating & Split Systems - Creightons Creek, VIC 3666

Welcome to the heating guide for Creightons Creek, situated in postcode 3666. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (STRATHBOGIE) at an elevation of 501 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1902 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 -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 2 degreees celcius, while the average humidity level at 9 am is around 88.3% and 72.7% 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 Creightons 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 Creightons 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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Featured Heating Installers Servicing Creightons Creek

Future NRG

Future NRG

7957 Goulburn Valley Highway, 3631

Clean Energy Council Approved Solar Retailer.

GV Trade Group

GV Trade Group

59 Longstaff St, 3630

Reliable Solutions for Your HVAC Needs

Hunter - Local Air-conditioning

Hunter - Local Air-conditioning

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

Dowsett Electrical

Dowsett Electrical

Midland Highway, 3632

Stay comfortable all year round

Heating & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Creightons 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 Creightons Creek: Strathbogie - approx. 4.5 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 Creightons Creek

Future NRG

Future NRG

7957 Goulburn Valley Highway, 3631

Clean Energy Council Approved Solar Retailer.

Solar Run Goulburn Valley

Solar Run Goulburn Valley

Shepparton, 3630

Shepparton and the Goulburn Valley.

Blake Campbell Solar

Blake Campbell Solar

7 Barker Avenue, 3630

Residential & commercial solar systems.

Eko Solar

Eko Solar

Seymour, 3660

Harness the power of the sun for a brighter future!

Community Heating Statistics - Creightons Creek, 3666

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

5°C

Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in Creightons Creek uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Strathbogie), which is at an elevation of 501 metres above sea level and started operating in 1902 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Creightons Creek’s Winter months.

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Avg Days Below 2°C

85 days/per year

Avg Days Below 2°C

Our calculation for Average Days Below 2°C in Creightons Creek uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Strathbogie), which is at an elevation of 501 metres above sea level and started operating in 1902 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 Creightons Creek will be below 2 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

88%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 9am in Creightons Creek uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Strathbogie), which is at an elevation of 501 metres above sea level and started operating in 1902 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Creightons Creek’s Winter months in the morning.

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Total Number Of Homes

2,140

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 3666 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 3666 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

$548 yr/per home

Retail Value of Electricity Saved

This calculation illustrates a 547.5 average yearly saving worth of retail value electricity that could be achieved for each home in 3666, 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 Creightons 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

2,190 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 2190kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 3666, 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 Creightons Creek, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

12,840 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3666 each day if all 2140 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 Creightons Creek, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$3,210 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3666 each day if all 2140 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 Creightons Creek, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$1,171,650 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3666 each year if all 2140 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 Creightons Creek, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

3,890 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3666 each year if all 2140 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 3666 by switching to a more energy-efficient split system for heating.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

54,458 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3666 each year if all 2140 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

32,414,580 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3666 each year if all 2140 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 3666, which includes Creightons Creek, has a total 2140 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 2039 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 1153 and with 65% 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 Creightons Creek and 3666 more broadly, we discover there are 356 families with children. At the same time, 33.3% of the 5142 population are over 65 years old, while 1805 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 Creightons Creek

Creightons Creek, located in VIC, 3666, experiences a cool temperate climate with distinct seasons. The average winter weather in this town is characterized by chilly temperatures and occasional frost. The average minimum temperature ranges from 2°C to 6°C during the winter months, with the coolest month being July.

Given the winter weather conditions in Creightons Creek, having an efficient heating system is essential for the comfort of residents. Local heating businesses in the area offer a wide range of heating solutions, including split system heating. Split system heating provides both heating and cooling capabilities, making it a versatile choice for year-round comfort. With the ability to control the temperature in individual rooms, split systems offer energy efficiency and cost savings.

For those looking to reduce their carbon footprint and energy costs, solar power can be a great option to power a split system heating unit. By harnessing the power of the sun, solar panels can generate clean and renewable energy, reducing reliance on traditional electricity sources. Many local heating businesses in Creightons Creek also offer solar installation services, making it convenient for residents to switch to a more sustainable heating solution.

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