Energy Efficient Heating - Middle Creek, VIC 3375

Heating & Split Systems - Middle Creek, VIC 3375

Welcome to the heating guide for Middle Creek, situated in postcode 3375. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (LOOKOUT HILL) at an elevation of 965 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1991 with the latest data recorded in 2007, we can analyse the temperature trends crucial for your home's heating needs.

In this region, winters have recorded temperatures as low as -5.5 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 2.4 degreees celcius, while the average humidity level at 9 am is around 90.3% and 86.3% 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 km/h in Middle Creek, 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 Middle Creek

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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 Middle Creek

A Class Displays

A Class Displays

41 Smith Street, 3380

Stay cozy, stay cool with A Class Displays

Jeff O'Donnell Airconditioning & Electrician

Jeff O'Donnell Airconditioning & Electrician

Unit 1 / 7 Austin street, 3380

Your Comfort is Our Priority

Margaret Hughes Mechanical Services

Margaret Hughes Mechanical Services

BERRINGA, 3351

Stay comfortable all year round with Margaret Hughes Mechanical Services

Split N Stawell Heating and Cooling

Split N Stawell Heating and Cooling

62 Longfield St, 3380

Stay comfortable all year 'round

Heating & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Middle Creek
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Middle Creek: Lookout Hill - approx. 5.4 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 Middle Creek

Community Heating Statistics - Middle Creek, 3375

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in Middle Creek uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Lookout Hill), which is at an elevation of 965 metres above sea level and started operating in 1991 with the latest data recorded in 2007, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Middle Creek’s Winter months.

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Avg Days Below 2°C

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Avg Days Below 2°C

Our calculation for Average Days Below 2°C in Middle Creek uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Lookout Hill), which is at an elevation of 965 metres above sea level and started operating in 1991 with the latest data recorded in 2007, which we've aggregated into the average for the number of days in the year the temperature for Middle Creek will be below 2 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 9am in Middle Creek uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Lookout Hill), which is at an elevation of 965 metres above sea level and started operating in 1991 with the latest data recorded in 2007, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Middle Creek’s Winter months in the morning.

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Total Number Of Homes

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Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 3375 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 3375 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

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Retail Value of Electricity Saved

This calculation illustrates a 912.5 average yearly saving worth of retail value electricity that could be achieved for each home in 3375, 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 Middle Creek, 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

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Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 3650kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 3375, 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 Middle Creek, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

0 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3375 each day if all 93 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 Middle Creek, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$0 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3375 each day if all 93 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 Middle Creek, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$0 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3375 each year if all 93 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 Middle Creek, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3375 each year if all 93 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 3375 by switching to a more energy-efficient split system for heating.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3375 each year if all 93 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

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Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3375 each year if all 93 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 3375, which includes Middle Creek, has a total 93 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 93 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 1458 and with 66% 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 Middle Creek and 3375 more broadly, we discover there are 18 families with children. At the same time, 26.3% of the 236 population are over 65 years old, while 72 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 Middle Creek

Middle Creek, VIC, 3375 experiences a cool temperate climate with mild summers and cold winters. The average winter weather in Middle Creek is characterized by chilly temperatures and occasional snowfall. The coldest months are June and July, with average minimum temperatures of around 3°C. The yearly minimum temperature in Middle Creek can drop to as low as -2°C.

Given the cold winters in Middle Creek, heating is essential for the comfort of residents. Local heating businesses in Middle Creek offer a range of heating solutions, including split system heating. Split systems are a popular choice for heating in Middle Creek due to their energy efficiency and ability to provide both heating and cooling. These systems consist of an indoor unit and an outdoor unit, and they can be easily installed by HVAC professionals.

Moreover, Middle Creek residents can consider using solar power to power their split system heating units. Solar panels can be installed on rooftops to harness the sun's energy, reducing reliance on traditional electricity sources and saving on energy costs. Local heating businesses in Middle Creek can provide expert advice on the installation of solar-powered split system heating, ensuring residents have a sustainable and cost-effective heating solution.

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