Energy Efficient Heating - Lilydale, VIC 3140

Heating & Split Systems - Lilydale, VIC 3140

Welcome to the heating guide for Lilydale, situated in postcode 3140. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (COLDSTREAM) at an elevation of 83 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1994 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 -5.8 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 4.1 degreees celcius, while the average humidity level at 9 am is around 88.7% and 68.3% 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 104 km/h in Lilydale, 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 Lilydale

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

Lilydale 3140

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Cold Days (10% of the time)

Lilydale 3140

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

Lilydale 3140

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

Lilydale 3140

Featured Heating Installers Servicing Lilydale

Storm Electrical Solutions

Storm Electrical Solutions

61B Hansen Street, 3025

Storm electrical solutions.

BM Heating & Cooling

BM Heating & Cooling

22 Ryan St, 3000

Quality Heating & Cooling Solutions for Melbourne Homes

Sharpie the Sparkie

Sharpie the Sparkie

Ringwood, 3134

Quality tradesmen for your electrical & air conditioning needs

Too Hot Climate Systems

Too Hot Climate Systems

3 Perkin Court, 3175

Comfort and Quality, Delivered with Care

Heating & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Lilydale
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Lilydale: Coldstream - approx. 1.4 km

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

Lilydale 3140

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Lilydale

Jet Solar

Jet Solar

13/5 Enterprise Drive, 3178

Victoria's highest rated solar installer.

Pacific Solar

Pacific Solar

1 Hewitt Street, 3192

Unleash the power of commercial solar.

Solar Run Keysborough

Solar Run Keysborough

35 Pacific Drive, 3173

Australia’s preferred solar company making installation simple.

Grow Energy

Grow Energy

325A Bay Road, 3192

Clean Energy Council Approved Solar Retailer.

Community Heating Statistics - Lilydale, 3140

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

5°C

Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in Lilydale uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Coldstream), which is at an elevation of 83 metres above sea level and started operating in 1994 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Lilydale’s Winter months.

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Avg Days Below 2°C

35 days/per year

Avg Days Below 2°C

Our calculation for Average Days Below 2°C in Lilydale uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Coldstream), which is at an elevation of 83 metres above sea level and started operating in 1994 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 Lilydale will be below 2 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

59%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 9am in Lilydale uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Coldstream), which is at an elevation of 83 metres above sea level and started operating in 1994 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Lilydale’s Winter months in the morning.

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Total Number Of Homes

1,865

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 3140 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 3140 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

$236 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 3140, 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 Lilydale, 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

338 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 1460kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 3140, 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 Lilydale, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

7,760 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3140 each day if all 6550 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 Lilydale, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$1,865 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3140 each day if all 6550 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 Lilydale, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$717,125 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3140 each year if all 6550 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 Lilydale, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

2,281 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3140 each year if all 6550 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 3140 by switching to a more energy-efficient split system for heating.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

33,237 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3140 each year if all 6550 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

19,842,470 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3140 each year if all 6550 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 3140, which includes Lilydale, has a total 6550 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 5221 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 1764 and with 74% 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 Lilydale and 3140 more broadly, we discover there are 1705 families with children. At the same time, 18.4% of the 17348 population are over 65 years old, while 5624 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 Lilydale

Lilydale is a charming suburb located in Victoria, Australia. The town experiences a temperate climate with distinct seasons throughout the year. Winters in Lilydale are relatively cool, with average minimum temperatures ranging from 3°C to 8°C. The coolest months are typically June and July, with average minimum temperatures dropping to around 3°C. These colder temperatures make heating a necessity for residents during the winter months.

When it comes to meeting the heating requirements in Lilydale, split system heating is a popular choice. Split system heating offers both heating and cooling capabilities, making it a versatile solution for year-round comfort. This type of HVAC system consists of two units: an indoor unit that blows warm air into the room, and an outdoor unit that expels the heat. Split systems are energy-efficient and provide precise temperature control, allowing residents to customize their comfort levels.

For those looking to reduce their carbon footprint and energy costs, solar power can be a great option to power a split system heating unit in Lilydale. By installing solar panels on rooftops, residents can harness the power of the sun to generate electricity for their heating and cooling needs. This renewable energy source not only helps to reduce reliance on traditional energy sources but also provides long-term cost savings.

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