Energy Efficient Heating - Ferguson, VIC 3237

Heating & Split Systems - Ferguson, VIC 3237

Welcome to the heating guide for Ferguson, situated in postcode 3237. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (WEEAPROINAH) at an elevation of 492 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1901 with the latest data recorded in 2012, we can analyse the temperature trends crucial for your home's heating needs.

In this region, winters have recorded temperatures as low as -0.6 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 4.9 degreees celcius, while the average humidity level at 9 am is around 91% and NaN% 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 Ferguson, 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 Ferguson

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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 Ferguson

Middletons Heat n Cool

Middletons Heat n Cool

304 Murray Street, 3250

Stay comfortable all year round

Apollo Bay Gas & Electrical

Apollo Bay Gas & Electrical

2-3/20 Pascoe Street, 3233

Stay warm, stay comfortable with Apollo Bay Gas & Electrical

Middleton's HeatnCool

Middleton's HeatnCool

304, Murray Street, 3250

Keeping families comfortable since 1965

ANTZ Auto Electrican & Air Conditioning Colac

ANTZ Auto Electrican & Air Conditioning Colac

16 Rossmoyne Rd, 3250

Stay comfortable all year round with ANTZ Auto Electrican & Air Conditioning Colac

Heating & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Ferguson
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Ferguson: Weeaproinah - approx. 1.6 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 Ferguson

CW Electrical

CW Electrical

50 Victoria Street, 3266

Power your home with clean and sustainable solar energy

Corsa Electrics

Corsa Electrics

9 Gallipoli Parade, 3233

Powering Your Future with Solar Energy

Moran and Bamford Electrical

Moran and Bamford Electrical

1 Douglas Street, 3250

Powering your future with sustainable energy

Smart Sparkz Electrical

Smart Sparkz Electrical

Elliminyt, 3250

Power your home with the sun's brilliance!

Community Heating Statistics - Ferguson, 3237

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

6°C

Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in Ferguson uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Weeaproinah), which is at an elevation of 492 metres above sea level and started operating in 1901 with the latest data recorded in 2012, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Ferguson’s Winter months.

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Avg Days Below 2°C

8 days/per year

Avg Days Below 2°C

Our calculation for Average Days Below 2°C in Ferguson uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Weeaproinah), which is at an elevation of 492 metres above sea level and started operating in 1901 with the latest data recorded in 2012, which we've aggregated into the average for the number of days in the year the temperature for Ferguson will be below 2 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

86%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 9am in Ferguson uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Weeaproinah), which is at an elevation of 492 metres above sea level and started operating in 1901 with the latest data recorded in 2012, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Ferguson’s Winter months in the morning.

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Total Number Of Homes

97

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 3237 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 3237 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

$779 yr/per home

Retail Value of Electricity Saved

This calculation illustrates a 821.25 average yearly saving worth of retail value electricity that could be achieved for each home in 3237, 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 Ferguson, 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

2,509 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 3285kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 3237, 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 Ferguson, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

871 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3237 each day if all 102 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 Ferguson, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$218 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3237 each day if all 102 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 Ferguson, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$70,918 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3237 each year if all 102 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 Ferguson, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

264 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3237 each year if all 102 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 3237 by switching to a more energy-efficient split system for heating.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

3,026 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3237 each year if all 102 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

1,969,586 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3237 each year if all 102 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 3237, which includes Ferguson, has a total 102 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 102 are houses, each with an average of 1.3 residents per dwelling. With the community's varied income levels, where the median weekly household income is 900 and with 53% 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 Ferguson and 3237 more broadly, we discover there are 10 families with children. At the same time, 18.1% of the 276 population are over 65 years old, while 74 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 Ferguson

Ferguson, VIC, 3237 experiences a cool temperate climate with mild summers and cool winters. The average winter temperature ranges from 8°C to 14°C, making it essential for residents to have efficient heating systems in their homes.

Throughout the winter months, the average minimum temperature gradually decreases. In June, the coldest month, the average minimum temperature drops to around 5°C. July and August also experience chilly temperatures, with average minimums of 6°C and 7°C respectively. These colder months highlight the importance of having reliable heating solutions to keep homes warm and comfortable.

For residents of Ferguson, a split system heating unit can be an excellent choice. These systems provide both heating and cooling capabilities, making them suitable for year-round use. With a split system, you can easily adjust the temperature to your preference and enjoy energy-efficient heating during the colder months. Additionally, considering the possibility of using solar power to power the unit can further reduce your carbon footprint and energy costs.

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