Energy Efficient Heating - Lal Lal, VIC 3352

Heating & Split Systems - Lal Lal, VIC 3352

Welcome to the heating guide for Lal Lal, situated in postcode 3352. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (BALLARAT AERODROME) at an elevation of 435 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1908 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 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 88.3% and 73.7% 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 117 km/h in Lal Lal, 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 Lal Lal

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

Lal Lal 3352

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Cold Days (10% of the time)

Lal Lal 3352

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

Lal Lal 3352

9am Relative Humidity
3pm Relative Humidity
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Average Relative Humidity

Lal Lal 3352

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

Lal Lal 3352

Featured Heating Installers Servicing Lal Lal

Allen Dunn Plumbing

Allen Dunn Plumbing

110 Burke Street, 3465

Your comfort is our priority!

Ballarat Heating Air Conditioning

Ballarat Heating Air Conditioning

42 Gregory St W, 3355

Your comfort, our priority.

RP Refrigeration & Airconditioning

RP Refrigeration & Airconditioning

40 Main Rd, 3451

Stay cool in summer, cozy in winter!

J E Mechanical

J E Mechanical

811, Creswick Road, 3355

Exceptional HVAC systems for optimal comfort

Heating & Solar Production

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

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

Lal Lal 3352

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Lal Lal

Ballarat Solar & Electrical

Ballarat Solar & Electrical

14 Icon Drive, 3356

Solar power specialists for the Ballarat region.

Ballarat Solar Company

Ballarat Solar Company

Shed 12/102 Fussell Street, 3350

Clean Energy Council Approved Solar Retailer.

Central Spark Victoria

Central Spark Victoria

105 Fords Road, 3451

Clean Energy Council Approved Solar Retailer.

Community Heating Statistics - Lal Lal, 3352

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

6°C

Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in Lal Lal uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Ballarat Aerodrome), which is at an elevation of 435 metres above sea level and started operating in 1908 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Lal Lal’s Winter months.

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Avg Days Below 2°C

46 days/per year

Avg Days Below 2°C

Our calculation for Average Days Below 2°C in Lal Lal uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Ballarat Aerodrome), which is at an elevation of 435 metres above sea level and started operating in 1908 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 Lal Lal will be below 2 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

87%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 9am in Lal Lal uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Ballarat Aerodrome), which is at an elevation of 435 metres above sea level and started operating in 1908 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Lal Lal’s Winter months in the morning.

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Total Number Of Homes

6,268

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 3352 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 3352 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

$630 yr/per home

Retail Value of Electricity Saved

This calculation illustrates a 638.75 average yearly saving worth of retail value electricity that could be achieved for each home in 3352, 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 Lal Lal, 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

2,472 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 2555kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 3352, 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 Lal Lal, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

44,374 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3352 each day if all 6351 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 Lal Lal, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$11,031 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3352 each day if all 6351 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 Lal Lal, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$4,056,618 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3352 each year if all 6351 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 Lal Lal, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

13,385 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3352 each year if all 6351 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 3352 by switching to a more energy-efficient split system for heating.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

188,472 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3352 each year if all 6351 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

112,234,789 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3352 each year if all 6351 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 3352, which includes Lal Lal, has a total 6351 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 6207 are houses, each with an average of 2.5 residents per dwelling. With the community's varied income levels, where the median weekly household income is 1858 and with 79% 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 Lal Lal and 3352 more broadly, we discover there are 2018 families with children. At the same time, 15.8% of the 18922 population are over 65 years old, while 5462 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 Lal Lal

Lal Lal is a charming town located in Victoria, Australia. Known for its picturesque landscapes and friendly community, Lal Lal experiences a cool and temperate climate throughout the year. Winters in Lal Lal are particularly chilly, making heating a necessity for residents.

With average minimum temperatures ranging from 3°C to 7°C, the winter months of June, July, and August are the coolest in Lal Lal. During this time, residents rely on efficient heating systems to keep their homes warm and comfortable.

Local heating businesses in Lal Lal offer a wide range of heating solutions, including split system heating. Split systems are a popular choice among residents due to their energy efficiency and ability to provide both heating and cooling. These systems are easy to install and maintain, making them a convenient option for homeowners in Lal Lal.

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