Energy Efficient Heating - Cressy, VIC 3322

Heating & Split Systems - Cressy, VIC 3322

Welcome to the heating guide for Cressy, situated in postcode 3322. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (COLAC (MOUNT GELLIBRAND)) at an elevation of 261 metres above sea level, which started operating in 2000 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 -0.3 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 5.6 degreees celcius, while the average humidity level at 9 am is around 89% and 75% 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 139 km/h in Cressy, 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 Cressy

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

Cressy 3322

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Cold Days (10% of the time)

Cressy 3322

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

Cressy 3322

9am Relative Humidity
3pm Relative Humidity
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Average Relative Humidity

Cressy 3322

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

Cressy 3322

Featured Heating Installers Servicing Cressy

All car care centre

Unit 1/5 Innovation Dr, 3356

Stay comfortable, all year round!

Bellarine & Westcoast Refrigeration Services

Expert refrigeration and air conditioning services

Waldron Heating Cooling & Hot Water

1107 Latrobe St, 3356

Stay comfortable all year round with Waldron Heating Cooling & Hot Water

Middletons Heat n Cool

304 Murray Street, 3250

Stay comfortable all year round

Heating & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Cressy
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Cressy: Colac (mount Gellibrand) - approx. 2.6 km

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

Cressy 3322

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Cressy

Ballarat Solar & Electrical

14 Icon Drive, 3356

Solar power specialists for the Ballarat region.

Sun 2 Solar

16 Laidlaw Drive, 3356

Clean Energy Council Approved Solar Retailer.

Winki Solar

61 Alleyne Avenue, 3228

Affordable solar solutions for a brighter future

Waldron Solar Solutions

1107 La Trobe Street, 3356

Powering the future with clean energy

Community Heating Statistics - Cressy, 3322

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

5°C

Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in Cressy uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Colac (mount Gellibrand)), which is at an elevation of 261 metres above sea level and started operating in 2000 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Cressy’s Winter months.

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Avg Days Below 2°C

2 days/per year

Avg Days Below 2°C

Our calculation for Average Days Below 2°C in Cressy uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Colac (mount Gellibrand)), which is at an elevation of 261 metres above sea level and started operating in 2000 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 Cressy will be below 2 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

63%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 9am in Cressy uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Colac (mount Gellibrand)), which is at an elevation of 261 metres above sea level and started operating in 2000 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Cressy’s Winter months in the morning.

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Total Number Of Homes

64

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 3322 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 3322 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

$385 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 3322, 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 Cressy, 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

650 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 2190kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 3322, 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 Cressy, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

384 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3322 each day if all 91 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 Cressy, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$96 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3322 each day if all 91 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 Cressy, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$17,316 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3322 each year if all 91 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 Cressy, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

116 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3322 each year if all 91 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 3322 by switching to a more energy-efficient split system for heating.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

694 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3322 each year if all 91 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

482,178 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3322 each year if all 91 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 3322, which includes Cressy, has a total 91 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 84 are houses, each with an average of 1.7 residents per dwelling. With the community's varied income levels, where the median weekly household income is 857 and with 78% 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 Cressy and 3322 more broadly, we discover there are 10 families with children. At the same time, 28.4% of the 176 population are over 65 years old, while 80 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 Cressy

Cressy, VIC, 3322 experiences a cool temperate climate with mild summers and cold winters. The average winter weather in Cressy makes heating a necessity for residents during the colder months. The average minimum temperature ranges from 3°C to 7°C, with the coolest months being June and July.

With such low temperatures, it is crucial for residents of Cressy to have efficient heating systems in their homes. One popular option is split system heating, which provides both heating and cooling capabilities. Split systems are highly effective at maintaining a comfortable temperature throughout the year, making them ideal for the variable weather conditions in Cressy.

For those looking to reduce their carbon footprint and energy costs, solar power can be a great solution for powering a split system heating unit. By installing solar panels, residents can harness the abundant sunlight in Cressy to generate clean and renewable energy, reducing their reliance on traditional power sources and saving money in the long run.

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