Energy Efficient Heating - Hamilton, VIC 3300

Heating & Split Systems - Hamilton, VIC 3300

Welcome to the heating guide for Hamilton, situated in postcode 3300. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (HAMILTON) at an elevation of 209 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1869 with the latest data recorded in 1983, we can analyse the temperature trends crucial for your home's heating needs.

In this region, winters have recorded temperatures as low as -3.4 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 86% and 68.7% 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 Hamilton, 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 Hamilton

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

Hamilton 3300

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Cold Days (10% of the time)

Hamilton 3300

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

Hamilton 3300

9am Relative Humidity
3pm Relative Humidity
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Average Relative Humidity

Hamilton 3300

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

Hamilton 3300

Featured Heating Installers Servicing Hamilton

Fox Refrigeration Ltd

Fox Refrigeration Ltd

19 Abbott St, 3300

Cooling and Heating Specialists

Finchett's Plumbing – Irrigear

Finchett's Plumbing – Irrigear

135, French Street, 3300

Your Heating and Plumbing Experts

Heating & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Hamilton
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Hamilton: Hamilton - approx. 9.7 km

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

Hamilton 3300

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Hamilton

Creek Electrical Services

Creek Electrical Services

287 Mill Road, 3300

Power your home with the sun's energy

Ted Finchett

Ted Finchett

135 135 French Street, 3300

Power your life with the sun's energy

Clydesdale Electrics

Clydesdale Electrics

860 Wallacedale-Hamilton Road, 3303

Powering your future with solar energy

Community Heating Statistics - Hamilton, 3300

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

7°C

Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in Hamilton uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Hamilton), which is at an elevation of 209 metres above sea level and started operating in 1869 with the latest data recorded in 1983, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Hamilton’s Winter months.

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Avg Days Below 2°C

19 days/per year

Avg Days Below 2°C

Our calculation for Average Days Below 2°C in Hamilton uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Hamilton), which is at an elevation of 209 metres above sea level and started operating in 1869 with the latest data recorded in 1983, which we've aggregated into the average for the number of days in the year the temperature for Hamilton will be below 2 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

80%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 9am in Hamilton uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Hamilton), which is at an elevation of 209 metres above sea level and started operating in 1869 with the latest data recorded in 1983, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Hamilton’s Winter months in the morning.

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Total Number Of Homes

3,108

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 3300 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 3300 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

$425 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 3300, 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 Hamilton, 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

1,144 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 1825kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 3300, 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 Hamilton, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

16,560 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3300 each day if all 4387 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 Hamilton, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$3,949 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3300 each day if all 4387 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 Hamilton, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$1,534,147 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3300 each year if all 4387 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 Hamilton, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

4,839 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3300 each year if all 4387 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 3300 by switching to a more energy-efficient split system for heating.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

71,064 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3300 each year if all 4387 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

42,451,830 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3300 each year if all 4387 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 3300, which includes Hamilton, has a total 4387 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 4003 are houses, each with an average of 2 residents per dwelling. With the community's varied income levels, where the median weekly household income is 1251 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 Hamilton and 3300 more broadly, we discover there are 925 families with children. At the same time, 26.1% of the 10479 population are over 65 years old, while 3676 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 Hamilton

Hamilton, VIC, 3300 experiences a cool temperate climate with mild summers and cold winters. The average winter weather in Hamilton is characterized by chilly temperatures and occasional frost. The average minimum temperature in winter ranges from 3°C to 5°C, with the coolest months being June and July.

With such low temperatures during winter, heating is essential in Hamilton. Local heating businesses in the area offer a wide range of heating solutions, including split system heating. Split system heating is an efficient and cost-effective way to keep your home warm during the colder months. These systems provide both heating and cooling options, making them versatile for year-round use.

In addition to traditional power sources, such as electricity and gas, Hamilton residents can also consider using solar power to operate their heating systems. Solar panels can be installed on rooftops to harness the sun's energy, reducing reliance on conventional power sources and lowering energy bills. This eco-friendly option not only benefits the environment but also provides long-term savings.

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