Energy Efficient Heating - Katandra, VIC 3634

Heating & Split Systems - Katandra, VIC 3634

Welcome to the heating guide for Katandra, situated in postcode 3634. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (SHEPPARTON AIRPORT) at an elevation of 114 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1996 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 -6.3 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 3.6 degreees celcius, while the average humidity level at 9 am is around 90% and 65% 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 156 km/h in Katandra, 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 Katandra

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

Katandra 3634

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Cold Days (10% of the time)

Katandra 3634

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

Katandra 3634

9am Relative Humidity
3pm Relative Humidity
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Average Relative Humidity

Katandra 3634

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

Katandra 3634

Featured Heating Installers Servicing Katandra

Future NRG

Future NRG

7957 Goulburn Valley Highway, 3631

Clean Energy Council Approved Solar Retailer.

Auselec

Auselec

4, Jordon Street, 3643

Reliable and Professional HVAC Solutions

Agnews Plumbing Kyabram

Agnews Plumbing Kyabram

2 Kuhle Court, 3620

Stay warm, stay comfortable with Agnews Plumbing

Nathalia Cycle & Repair Shop

Nathalia Cycle & Repair Shop

50 Blake St, 3638

Ride with confidence, choose Nathalia Cycle & Repair Shop!

Heating & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Katandra
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Katandra: Shepparton Airport - approx. 4.8 km

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

Katandra 3634

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Katandra

Future NRG

Future NRG

7957 Goulburn Valley Highway, 3631

Clean Energy Council Approved Solar Retailer.

Thompson Electrical Solar

Thompson Electrical Solar

115 Benalla-Yarrawonga Rd, 3730

Solar installation specialists in Yarrawonga.

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.

Community Heating Statistics - Katandra, 3634

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

7°C

Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in Katandra uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Shepparton Airport), which is at an elevation of 114 metres above sea level and started operating in 1996 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Katandra’s Winter months.

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Avg Days Below 2°C

47 days/per year

Avg Days Below 2°C

Our calculation for Average Days Below 2°C in Katandra uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Shepparton Airport), which is at an elevation of 114 metres above sea level and started operating in 1996 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 Katandra will be below 2 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

90%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 9am in Katandra uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Shepparton Airport), which is at an elevation of 114 metres above sea level and started operating in 1996 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Katandra’s Winter months in the morning.

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Total Number Of Homes

639

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 3634 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 3634 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

$364 yr/per home

Retail Value of Electricity Saved

This calculation illustrates a 365 average yearly saving worth of retail value electricity that could be achieved for each home in 3634, 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 Katandra, 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

1,458 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 1460kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 3634, 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 Katandra, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

2,558 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3634 each day if all 640 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 Katandra, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$639 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3634 each day if all 640 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 Katandra, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$233,598 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3634 each year if all 640 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 Katandra, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

774 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3634 each year if all 640 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 3634 by switching to a more energy-efficient split system for heating.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

10,855 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3634 each year if all 640 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

6,462,718 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3634 each year if all 640 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 3634, which includes Katandra, has a total 640 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 638 are houses, each with an average of 2.4 residents per dwelling. With the community's varied income levels, where the median weekly household income is 1652 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 Katandra and 3634 more broadly, we discover there are 187 families with children. At the same time, 16.4% of the 1888 population are over 65 years old, while 591 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 Katandra

Katandra, VIC, 3634 experiences a typical Australian climate with hot summers and mild winters. The average winter weather in Katandra is characterized by cool temperatures and occasional frosty mornings. The average minimum temperature ranges from 4°C in June to 8°C in August. The coolest months are typically June and July, with temperatures occasionally dropping below freezing point.

Given the cooler temperatures during winter, heating systems are essential for comfort and well-being in Katandra. Local heating businesses in Katandra offer a wide range of heating solutions, including split system heating. Split system heating is an efficient and cost-effective option for heating homes and businesses in Katandra. It provides both heating and cooling capabilities, making it suitable for year-round use. With the ability to control each room individually, split systems offer personalized comfort and energy savings.

In addition to traditional power sources, such as electricity and gas, residents of Katandra also have the option to power their heating systems using solar energy. Solar panels can be installed on rooftops to harness the abundant sunlight in the region, reducing reliance on the grid and lowering energy costs. Local heating businesses can provide expert advice and installation services for solar-powered heating systems, ensuring a sustainable and eco-friendly heating solution for the community.

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