Energy Efficient Heating - Longerenong, VIC 3401

Heating & Split Systems - Longerenong, VIC 3401

Welcome to the heating guide for Longerenong, situated in postcode 3401. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (LONGERENONG) at an elevation of 133 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1860 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 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 3.8 degreees celcius, while the average humidity level at 9 am is around 89.7% and 65.7% 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 122 km/h in Longerenong, 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 Longerenong

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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 Longerenong

A Class Displays

A Class Displays

41 Smith Street, 3380

Stay cozy, stay cool with A Class Displays

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Graham Walsh Refrigeration

Graham Walsh Refrigeration

45-47 Urquhart Street, 3400

Stay comfortable all year round with Graham Walsh Refrigeration

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Jeff O'Donnell Airconditioning & Electrician

Jeff O'Donnell Airconditioning & Electrician

Unit 1 / 7 Austin street, 3380

Your Comfort is Our Priority

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Warrack Refrigeration & Airconditioning

Warrack Refrigeration & Airconditioning

5 /7 Phillips Street, 3393

Stay comfortable all year round with Warrack Refrigeration & Airconditioning

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Heating & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Longerenong
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Longerenong: Longerenong - approx. 4.7 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 Longerenong

Wimmera Electrical

Wimmera Electrical

Dimboola, 3414

Power your future with solar!

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Laser Electrical Horsham

Laser Electrical Horsham

89 89 Plumpton Rd, 3400

Your 'Totally Dependable' Electrician

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VV Electrical and Solar

VV Electrical and Solar

29 Alexander Avenue, 3400

Your green energy specialist.

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Natimuk Solar

Natimuk Solar

9 9 Old Noradjuha Rd, 3409

Power your home with the sun's energy

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Community Heating Statistics - Longerenong, 3401

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

7°C

Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in Longerenong uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Longerenong), which is at an elevation of 133 metres above sea level and started operating in 1860 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Longerenong’s Winter months.

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Avg Days Below 2°C

39 days/per year

Avg Days Below 2°C

Our calculation for Average Days Below 2°C in Longerenong uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Longerenong), which is at an elevation of 133 metres above sea level and started operating in 1860 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 Longerenong will be below 2 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

88%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 9am in Longerenong uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Longerenong), which is at an elevation of 133 metres above sea level and started operating in 1860 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Longerenong’s Winter months in the morning.

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Total Number Of Homes

1,371

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 3401 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 3401 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

$357 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 3401, 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 Longerenong, 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

1,250 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 1460kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 3401, 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 Longerenong, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

6,114 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3401 each day if all 1581 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 Longerenong, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$1,371 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3401 each day if all 1581 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 Longerenong, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$557,527 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3401 each year if all 1581 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 Longerenong, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

1,530 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3401 each year if all 1581 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 3401 by switching to a more energy-efficient split system for heating.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

25,607 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3401 each year if all 1581 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

15,432,984 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3401 each year if all 1581 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 3401, which includes Longerenong, has a total 1581 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 1566 are houses, each with an average of 2.3 residents per dwelling. With the community's varied income levels, where the median weekly household income is 1859 and with 75% 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 Longerenong and 3401 more broadly, we discover there are 456 families with children. At the same time, 16.2% of the 4596 population are over 65 years old, while 1252 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 Longerenong

LONGERENONG VIC 3401 enjoys a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. The average minimum temperatures range from 6°C in July to 14°C in January. The coolest months are typically June and July, with temperatures dropping to around 5°C. With such low temperatures during winter, efficient heating solutions like split system HVAC units are essential for keeping residents comfortable. Local heating businesses in LONGERENONG can provide expert installation and maintenance services for split systems, ensuring optimal performance during the colder months. Additionally, harnessing solar power to run these units can offer eco-friendly and cost-effective heating solutions for the town.

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