Energy Efficient Heating - Darlimurla, VIC 3871

Heating & Split Systems - Darlimurla, VIC 3871

Welcome to the heating guide for Darlimurla, situated in postcode 3871. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (OLSENS BRIDGE (MORWELL RIVER PRISON)) at an elevation of 183 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1951 with the latest data recorded in 2002, we can analyse the temperature trends crucial for your home's heating needs.

In this region, winters have recorded temperatures as low as -7 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 2.6 degreees celcius, while the average humidity level at 9 am is around 89% and 77% 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 Darlimurla, 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 Darlimurla

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

Darlimurla 3871

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Cold Days (10% of the time)

Darlimurla 3871

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

Darlimurla 3871

9am Relative Humidity
3pm Relative Humidity
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Average Relative Humidity

Darlimurla 3871

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

Darlimurla 3871

Featured Heating Installers Servicing Darlimurla

Air Conditioners 'R'Us

Air Conditioners 'R'Us

25 Wagner Street, 3831

Stay comfortable all year round with Air Conditioners 'R'Us

Whelan D G & P F

Whelan D G & P F

14 Thomas Ct, 3820

Stay comfortable all year round with Whelan D G & P F

York

York

100 Queen St, 2015

Stay comfortable with York's reliable heating and cooling solutions.

Cool Watts

Cool Watts

Robin Hood Way, 3818

Efficient Heating & Cooling Solutions for Every Space

Heating & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Darlimurla
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Darlimurla: Olsens Bridge (morwell River Prison) - approx. 5.6 km

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

Darlimurla 3871

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Darlimurla

Solahart Greater Gippsland

Solahart Greater Gippsland

119 Moore Street, 3825

Get Smart Get Solahart

Variety Solar

Variety Solar

13a Smith Street, 3820

Clean Energy Council Approved Solar Retailer.

Elecmation

Elecmation

Traralgon, 3844

Smart solar systems to compliment your lifestyle.

LV Solar & Renewable Energy

LV Solar & Renewable Energy

12-13 Nefertiti Ct, 3844

Solar & electrical expertise for home & business.

Community Heating Statistics - Darlimurla, 3871

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

6°C

Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in Darlimurla uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Olsens Bridge (morwell River Prison)), which is at an elevation of 183 metres above sea level and started operating in 1951 with the latest data recorded in 2002, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Darlimurla’s Winter months.

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Avg Days Below 2°C

68 days/per year

Avg Days Below 2°C

Our calculation for Average Days Below 2°C in Darlimurla uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Olsens Bridge (morwell River Prison)), which is at an elevation of 183 metres above sea level and started operating in 1951 with the latest data recorded in 2002, which we've aggregated into the average for the number of days in the year the temperature for Darlimurla will be below 2 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

89%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 9am in Darlimurla uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Olsens Bridge (morwell River Prison)), which is at an elevation of 183 metres above sea level and started operating in 1951 with the latest data recorded in 2002, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Darlimurla’s Winter months in the morning.

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Total Number Of Homes

1,159

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 3871 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 3871 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 3871, 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 Darlimurla, 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 3871, 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 Darlimurla, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

6,954 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3871 each day if all 1159 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 Darlimurla, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$1,739 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3871 each day if all 1159 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 Darlimurla, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$634,553 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3871 each year if all 1159 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 Darlimurla, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

2,107 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3871 each year if all 1159 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 3871 by switching to a more energy-efficient split system for heating.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

29,494 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3871 each year if all 1159 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

17,555,373 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3871 each year if all 1159 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 3871, which includes Darlimurla, has a total 1159 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 1115 are houses, each with an average of 2.1 residents per dwelling. With the community's varied income levels, where the median weekly household income is 1272 and with 77% 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 Darlimurla and 3871 more broadly, we discover there are 269 families with children. At the same time, 25.4% of the 3039 population are over 65 years old, while 1024 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 Darlimurla

Darlimurla, located in VIC, 3871, experiences a cool temperate climate with mild summers and chilly winters. The average winter weather in Darlimurla is characterized by low temperatures and occasional frost. The coldest months are June and July, with average minimum temperatures dropping to around 5°C. The yearly minimum temperature in Darlimurla can reach as low as 1°C, making heating a necessity during the winter months.

To combat the cold temperatures, residents of Darlimurla rely on efficient heating systems to keep their homes warm and comfortable. One popular option is split system heating, which provides both heating and cooling capabilities. Split systems are energy-efficient and can be easily controlled with a thermostat, allowing residents to adjust the temperature according to their preferences.

For those looking to reduce their environmental impact, solar power can be used to power the split system heating unit. By installing solar panels, residents can harness the sun's energy to generate electricity, reducing their reliance on traditional power sources and lowering their carbon footprint. Local heating businesses in Darlimurla offer a range of heating solutions, including split system installations, air-conditioning services, and HVAC maintenance, ensuring that residents stay warm and comfortable throughout the year.

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