Energy Efficient Heating - Murray Lock No 9, VIC 3496

Heating & Split Systems - Murray Lock No 9, VIC 3496

Welcome to the heating guide for Murray Lock No 9, situated in postcode 3496. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (WENTWORTH POST OFFICE) at an elevation of 37 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1868 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 -2.8 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 5.5 degreees celcius, while the average humidity level at 9 am is around 80.7% and 53% 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 Murray Lock No 9, 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 Murray Lock No 9

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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 Murray Lock No 9

Thermotec Group

Thermotec Group

1034 Etiwanda Ave, 3500

Stay warm, stay cool, with Thermotec Group

Longy's Electrical Refrigeration & Aircon

Longy's Electrical Refrigeration & Aircon

10 Dean Street, 3500

Stay comfortable all year round with Longy's Electrical Refrigeration & Aircon

I and I Airconditioning

I and I Airconditioning

3 Bushland Rise, 3501

High quality & affordable climate solutions

Heating & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Murray Lock No 9
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Murray Lock No 9: Wentworth Post Office - approx. 8.6 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 Murray Lock No 9

Prolific Electrical

Prolific Electrical

Mildura, 3500

Powering your future with solar energy

RDG Electrical

RDG Electrical

Mildura, 3500

Dependable Electrical Solutions for Your Business

A Class Electrical Contractors

A Class Electrical Contractors

Mildura, 3500

Powering your future with clean energy

JAAZ Electrical

JAAZ Electrical

Mildura, 3500

Power your future with solar energy

Community Heating Statistics - Murray Lock No 9, 3496

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

8°C

Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in Murray Lock No 9 uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Wentworth Post Office), which is at an elevation of 37 metres above sea level and started operating in 1868 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Murray Lock No 9’s Winter months.

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Avg Days Below 2°C

14 days/per year

Avg Days Below 2°C

Our calculation for Average Days Below 2°C in Murray Lock No 9 uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Wentworth Post Office), which is at an elevation of 37 metres above sea level and started operating in 1868 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 Murray Lock No 9 will be below 2 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

81%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 9am in Murray Lock No 9 uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Wentworth Post Office), which is at an elevation of 37 metres above sea level and started operating in 1868 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Murray Lock No 9’s Winter months in the morning.

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Total Number Of Homes

2,329

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 3496 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 3496 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

$182 yr/per home

Retail Value of Electricity Saved

This calculation illustrates a 182.5 average yearly saving worth of retail value electricity that could be achieved for each home in 3496, 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 Murray Lock No 9, 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

730 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 730kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 3496, 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 Murray Lock No 9, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

4,658 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3496 each day if all 2329 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 Murray Lock No 9, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$1,164 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3496 each day if all 2329 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 Murray Lock No 9, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$425,042 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3496 each year if all 2329 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 Murray Lock No 9, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

1,411 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3496 each year if all 2329 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 3496 by switching to a more energy-efficient split system for heating.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

19,755 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3496 each year if all 2329 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

11,759,121 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3496 each year if all 2329 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 3496, which includes Murray Lock No 9, has a total 2329 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 2153 are houses, each with an average of 2.2 residents per dwelling. With the community's varied income levels, where the median weekly household income is 1336 and with 65% 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 Murray Lock No 9 and 3496 more broadly, we discover there are 596 families with children. At the same time, 18.2% of the 6464 population are over 65 years old, while 2101 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 Murray Lock No 9

Murray Lock No 9, located in VIC, 3496, experiences a typical Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters. The average winter weather in Murray Lock No 9 is characterized by cool temperatures and occasional rainfall.

The average minimum temperature in Murray Lock No 9 ranges from 5°C in June to 8°C in August. The coolest months are June and July, where temperatures can drop to as low as 2°C. With these chilly temperatures, it is essential for residents to have reliable heating systems to keep their homes warm and comfortable.

Local heating businesses in Murray Lock No 9 offer a wide range of heating solutions, including split system heating. Split system heating is an excellent choice for this town as it provides efficient heating during the winter months. These systems consist of an indoor unit and an outdoor unit, allowing for both heating and cooling. They are energy-efficient, quiet, and provide precise temperature control, ensuring optimal comfort for residents. Additionally, with the possibility of using solar power to power the unit, residents can reduce their carbon footprint and save on energy costs.

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