Energy Efficient Heating - Pigeon Ponds, VIC 3407

Heating & Split Systems - Pigeon Ponds, VIC 3407

Welcome to the heating guide for Pigeon Ponds, situated in postcode 3407. Utilising data from the nearest weather station (HAMILTON AIRPORT) at an elevation of 241 metres above sea level, which started operating in 1983 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 -3.8 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 4.7 degreees celcius, while the average humidity level at 9 am is around 90% and 73% 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 139 km/h in Pigeon Ponds, 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 Pigeon Ponds

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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 Pigeon Ponds

Fox Refrigeration Ltd

19 Abbott St, 3300

Cooling and Heating Specialists

Finchett's Plumbing – Irrigear

135, French Street, 3300

Your Heating and Plumbing Experts

Heating & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Pigeon Ponds
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Pigeon Ponds: Hamilton Airport - approx. 5.7 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 Pigeon Ponds

Creek Electrical Services

287 Mill Road, 3300

Power your home with the sun's energy

Ted Finchett

135 135 French Street, 3300

Power your life with the sun's energy

Community Heating Statistics - Pigeon Ponds, 3407

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Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

7°C

Avg Winter Temperature (9am)

Our calculation for Average Winter Temperature at 9am in Pigeon Ponds uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Hamilton Airport), which is at an elevation of 241 metres above sea level and started operating in 1983 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Pigeon Ponds’s Winter months.

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Avg Days Below 2°C

29 days/per year

Avg Days Below 2°C

Our calculation for Average Days Below 2°C in Pigeon Ponds uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Hamilton Airport), which is at an elevation of 241 metres above sea level and started operating in 1983 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 Pigeon Ponds will be below 2 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity

90%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 9am in Pigeon Ponds uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Hamilton Airport), which is at an elevation of 241 metres above sea level and started operating in 1983 with the latest data recorded in 2023, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Pigeon Ponds’s Winter months in the morning.

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Total Number Of Homes

173

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 3407 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 3407 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

$456 yr/per home

Retail Value of Electricity Saved

This calculation illustrates a 456.25 average yearly saving worth of retail value electricity that could be achieved for each home in 3407, 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 Pigeon Ponds, 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

1,825 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 1825kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 3407, 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 Pigeon Ponds, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

865 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3407 each day if all 173 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 Pigeon Ponds, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$216 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3407 each day if all 173 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 Pigeon Ponds, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$78,931 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3407 each year if all 173 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 Pigeon Ponds, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

262 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3407 each year if all 173 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 3407 by switching to a more energy-efficient split system for heating.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

3,669 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3407 each year if all 173 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

2,183,779 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3407 each year if all 173 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 3407, which includes Pigeon Ponds, has a total 173 homes. This community features a diverse array of housing types: 160 are houses, each with an average of 1.7 residents per dwelling. With the community's varied income levels, where the median weekly household income is 1336 and with 61% 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 Pigeon Ponds and 3407 more broadly, we discover there are 42 families with children. At the same time, 24% of the 416 population are over 65 years old, while 126 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 Pigeon Ponds

Pigeon Ponds, located in VIC, 3407, experiences a cool temperate climate with mild summers and chilly winters. The average winter temperature in Pigeon Ponds ranges from 5°C to 14°C, making it essential for residents to have efficient heating systems to stay warm during the colder months.

Throughout the year, Pigeon Ponds experiences varying minimum temperatures. In the winter months of June, July, and August, the average minimum temperatures range from 2°C to 6°C. The coldest month is typically July, with an average minimum temperature of 2°C, requiring reliable heating solutions to keep homes comfortable.

To meet the heating requirements of Pigeon Ponds residents, local heating businesses offer a range of options, including split system heating. Split system heating provides both heating and cooling capabilities, making it suitable for year-round use. These systems are energy-efficient, allowing homeowners to save on their heating and cooling costs. Additionally, considering the possibility of using solar power to generate electricity for the split system units can further reduce energy consumption and promote sustainable living in Pigeon Ponds.

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